Pizza con Fiori di Zucca

Pizza con Fiori di Zucca is a delightful Italian dish featuring a crispy thin crust topped with fresh zucchini flowers, creamy ricotta, and a sprinkle of fragrant basil. This vegetarian pizza celebrates the delicate flavors of summer with a perfect balance of textures and tastes.

Ingredients

• Pizza dough - 250 grams
• Zucchini flowers - 10 pieces
• Ricotta cheese - 150 grams
• Mozzarella cheese - 100 grams, shredded
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Fresh basil leaves - 10 leaves
• Garlic - 1 clove, minced
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• 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 a thin circle, about 30 cm in diameter.
3. Transfer the rolled-out dough to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
4. In a bowl, mix the ricotta cheese with 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. Tear the zucchini flowers into smaller pieces and scatter them on top of the ricotta layer.
7. Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese over the zucchini flowers.
8. Drizzle olive oil over the toppings and scatter grated Parmesan cheese for added flavor.
9. Bake the pizza in the preheated oven for about 15-20 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly.
10. Remove the pizza from the oven and garnish with fresh basil leaves before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 18 g
• Carbs: 50 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 40 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 8 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins A and C from zucchini flowers which support immune health.
• Contains healthy fats from olive oil, beneficial for heart health.

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