Fennel and Olive Pizza

Fennel and Olive Pizza is a delightful vegetarian dish that combines the sweet, anise-like flavor of fennel with briny olives, all atop a crispy pizza crust. This unique combination creates a savory and aromatic experience perfect for any pizza lover.

Ingredients

• Pizza dough - 250 grams
• Fennel bulb - 1 medium, thinly sliced
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Mozzarella cheese - 150 grams, shredded
• Kalamata olives - 100 grams, pitted and sliced
• Parmesan cheese - 30 grams, grated
• Red pepper flakes - 1/2 teaspoon
• Fresh basil - a handful, torn
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Preheat your oven to 220°C (430°F).
2. In a skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced fennel and minced garlic, sautéing for about 5-7 minutes until the fennel is tender and slightly caramelized. Season with salt and black pepper.
3. Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface to your desired thickness, then transfer it to a baking sheet or pizza stone.
4. Brush the remaining tablespoon of olive oil over the dough evenly. Spread the sautéed fennel and garlic mixture over the pizza base.
5. Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese over the fennel, followed by the sliced Kalamata olives.
6. Finish with grated Parmesan cheese and a sprinkle of red pepper flakes.
7. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbling.
8. Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly before topping with torn fresh basil. Slice and serve.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 15 g
• Carbs: 50 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 30 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 8 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Fennel is rich in antioxidants and may aid digestion.
• Olives are a good source of healthy fats and can promote heart health.

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