Tarte aux Asperges

Tarte aux Asperges is a delightful French-inspired pizza featuring a crisp, savory crust topped with fresh asparagus, creamy ricotta, and a sprinkle of Parmesan. This high-protein dish is perfect for a light yet satisfying meal that celebrates the flavors of spring.

Ingredients

• Whole wheat pizza dough - 200 grams
• Fresh asparagus - 150 grams
• Ricotta cheese - 100 grams
• Parmesan cheese - 30 grams, grated
• Egg - 1 large
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Garlic - 1 clove, minced
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Fresh basil - a handful, chopped

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 220°C (428°F).
2. Roll out the whole wheat pizza dough on a floured surface to fit a baking sheet.
3. Transfer the rolled dough to the baking sheet and brush the surface with olive oil.
4. In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese, egg, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
5. Spread the ricotta mixture evenly over the pizza dough.
6. Trim the asparagus and arrange it on top of the ricotta layer.
7. Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese over the asparagus.
8. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the asparagus is tender.
9. Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before garnishing with fresh basil.
10. Slice and serve warm.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 20 g
• Carbs: 45 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 80 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein from ricotta and egg, supporting muscle health.
• Rich in vitamins and minerals from fresh asparagus, promoting overall wellness.

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