Pizza de Pesto e Ricota

Pizza de Pesto e Ricota is a delightful Brazilian vegetarian pizza featuring a creamy ricotta base topped with vibrant pesto and fresh vegetables. This dish is perfect for those seeking a flavorful and satisfying meal that celebrates the freshness of herbs and cheese.

Ingredients

• Pizza dough - 250 grams
• Ricotta cheese - 150 grams
• Pesto sauce - 100 grams
• Mozzarella cheese - 100 grams, shredded
• Cherry tomatoes - 100 grams, halved
• Spinach - 50 grams, fresh
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Parmesan cheese - 30 grams, grated

Steps

1. Preheat the 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. Spread the ricotta cheese evenly over the pizza base, leaving a small border around the edges.
5. Spoon the pesto sauce over the ricotta, spreading it gently to combine.
6. Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese evenly on top.
7. Distribute the halved cherry tomatoes and fresh spinach over the cheese.
8. Drizzle olive oil over the top, and season with salt and black pepper.
9. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbling.
10. Remove from the oven, sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese, slice, and serve hot.

Nutrition

• Calories: 480
• Protein: 20 g
• Carbs: 50 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 45 mg
• Total Fat: 22 g
• Saturated Fat: 10 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in protein from ricotta and mozzarella, supporting muscle health.
• Packed with vitamins and minerals from fresh spinach and tomatoes.

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