Pizza de Alho e Óleo

Pizza de Alho e Óleo is a delicious Brazilian pizza that combines the rich flavors of garlic and olive oil, creating a fragrant and satisfying dish. Perfect for those who love a dairy-free option, this pizza is both simple to prepare and full of flavor.

Ingredients

• Pizza dough - 250 grams
• Olive oil - 4 tablespoons
• Garlic - 4 cloves, minced
• Sea salt - 1 teaspoon
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Chili flakes - 1 teaspoon (optional)
• Black olives - 50 grams, sliced
• Cherry tomatoes - 100 grams, halved

Steps

1. Preheat your oven to 220°C (428°F).
2. Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface to your desired thickness.
3. Transfer the rolled dough to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
4. In a small bowl, mix the olive oil, minced garlic, sea salt, and chili flakes (if using).
5. Brush the garlic oil mixture generously over the surface of the pizza dough.
6. Scatter the sliced black olives and halved cherry tomatoes evenly across the pizza.
7. Bake in the preheated oven for about 15-20 minutes or until the crust is golden brown.
8. Remove from the oven and sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 400
• Protein: 8 g
• Carbs: 50 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 700 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

• Garlic may boost the immune system and reduce blood pressure.
• Olive oil is rich in healthy fats and antioxidants.

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