Pizza Bianca con Prosciutto

Pizza Bianca con Prosciutto is a delightful Italian dish featuring a creamy white sauce topped with delicate slices of prosciutto, fresh arugula, and a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese. It’s a sophisticated yet simple pizza that is high in protein and perfect for a cozy dinner.

Ingredients

• Pizza dough - 250 grams
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Ricotta cheese - 150 grams
• Mozzarella cheese - 100 grams, shredded
• Parmesan cheese - 30 grams, grated
• Prosciutto - 100 grams, thinly sliced
• Fresh arugula - 50 grams
• Garlic - 1 clove, minced
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon

Steps

1. Preheat your oven to 220°C (425°F).
2. Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface to a 12-inch round.
3. Transfer the rolled dough to a baking sheet or pizza stone.
4. In a bowl, mix the ricotta cheese, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
5. Spread the ricotta mixture evenly over the pizza dough, leaving a small border around the edges.
6. Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese on top of the ricotta layer.
7. Drizzle olive oil over the cheese and place the pizza in the preheated oven.
8. Bake for about 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbling.
9. Once out of the oven, layer the prosciutto slices over the pizza and top with fresh arugula.
10. Finish with a sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 600
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 60 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 80 mg
• Total Fat: 25 g
• Saturated Fat: 10 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.25 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein from the ricotta and prosciutto, supporting muscle repair and growth.
• Contains healthy fats from olive oil, which can benefit heart health.

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