Savory Pumpkin Pizza

Savory Pumpkin Pizza combines the earthy sweetness of pumpkin with a medley of spices and cheeses, making for a delightful vegetarian dish. Perfect for a cozy meal, this pizza is both comforting and nutritious.

Ingredients

• Pizza dough - 1 base (about 250g)
• Pumpkin puree - 150g
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Fresh sage - 5 leaves, chopped
• Nutmeg - 1/4 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Mozzarella cheese - 100g, shredded
• Parmesan cheese - 30g, grated
• Red onion - 1/2, thinly sliced
• Arugula - 30g, for topping

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 220°C (428°F).
2. Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface to your desired thickness and shape.
3. In a small bowl, mix the pumpkin puree, minced garlic, olive oil, chopped sage, nutmeg, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
4. Spread the pumpkin mixture evenly over the rolled-out pizza dough.
5. Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese over the pumpkin layer.
6. Add the thinly sliced red onion on top of the cheese.
7. Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese over everything.
8. Bake the pizza in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly.
9. Remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool for a couple of minutes.
10. Top with fresh arugula before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 420
• Protein: 16 g
• Carbs: 52 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 30 mg
• Total Fat: 18 g
• Saturated Fat: 6 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Pumpkin is rich in vitamins A and C, which support eye health and boost the immune system.
• Olive oil provides healthy fats that can improve heart health and reduce inflammation.

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