Zucchini Blossom Pizza

Zucchini Blossom Pizza is a delightful, dairy-free twist on classic pizza, featuring fresh zucchini blossoms and a crispy crust. This vibrant dish is perfect for summer gatherings, offering a burst of flavor in every bite.

Ingredients

• Pizza dough - 200 grams
• Zucchini blossoms - 8 pieces
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Cherry tomatoes - 150 grams, halved
• Fresh basil - 10 leaves, torn
• Nutritional yeast - 2 tablespoons
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Red pepper flakes - 1/4 teaspoon (optional)

Steps

1. Preheat your oven to 220°C (425°F).
2. Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface to your desired thickness and shape.
3. Transfer the rolled-out dough to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
4. In a small bowl, mix olive oil and minced garlic. Brush this mixture evenly over the pizza dough.
5. Sprinkle nutritional yeast, salt, and black pepper over the dough.
6. Spread the halved cherry tomatoes evenly across the pizza base.
7. Carefully place the zucchini blossoms on top of the tomatoes, arranging them decoratively.
8. Add torn basil leaves and red pepper flakes if using.
9. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the crust is golden and crispy.
10. Remove from the oven, let it cool for a couple of minutes, slice, and serve hot.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 6 g
• Carbs: 40 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 300 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 14 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
• Water: 0.25 L

Health Benefits

• Zucchini blossoms are low in calories and rich in vitamins A and C.
• Olive oil provides healthy fats and antioxidants that support heart health.

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