Pizza con Noci

Pizza con Noci is a unique Italian pizza topped with a delightful blend of walnuts and creamy mozzarella, creating a rich and nutty flavor profile. It's a perfect balance of textures, making it a deliciously satisfying meal for any pizza lover.

Ingredients

• Pizza dough - 250 grams
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Mozzarella cheese - 150 grams, shredded
• Walnuts - 100 grams, chopped
• Parmesan cheese - 30 grams, grated
• Fresh rosemary - 1 tablespoon, chopped
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Tomato sauce - 100 grams

Steps

1. Preheat your oven to 220°C (428°F) and place a pizza stone or baking sheet inside to heat.
2. In a large bowl, mix the chopped walnuts, mozzarella cheese, grated Parmesan, minced garlic, chopped rosemary, salt, and black pepper.
3. Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface to your desired thickness, then transfer it onto a piece of parchment paper for easy handling.
4. Spread the tomato sauce evenly over the base of the pizza dough, leaving a small border around the edges.
5. Distribute the walnut and cheese mixture evenly over the tomato sauce.
6. Drizzle the olive oil over the top of the pizza for added richness.
7. Carefully transfer the pizza (with the parchment paper) onto the preheated pizza stone or baking sheet in the oven.
8. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbling.
9. Remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool for a couple of minutes before slicing.
10. Serve warm, garnished with extra fresh rosemary if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 15 g
• Carbs: 50 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 30 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 4 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Walnuts are rich in omega-3 fatty acids, which are beneficial for heart health.
• Fresh rosemary has antioxidant properties and may aid in digestion.

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