Cilantro and Lemon Pizza

Cilantro and Lemon Pizza is a vibrant vegetarian dish that combines the freshness of cilantro and the zest of lemon, topped on a crispy Moroccan-inspired base. This unique pizza is perfect for those seeking a flavorful twist on traditional pizza, bringing a taste of Morocco to your table.

Ingredients

• Pizza dough - 250 grams
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Lemon juice - 2 tablespoons
• Lemon zest - 1 teaspoon
• Fresh cilantro - 1/2 cup, chopped
• Feta cheese - 100 grams, crumbled
• Mozzarella cheese - 100 grams, shredded
• Red onion - 1 small, thinly sliced
• Black olives - 50 grams, pitted and sliced
• Ground cumin - 1/2 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 220°C (428°F).
2. Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface to a circular shape, approximately 12 inches in diameter.
3. Transfer the dough to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
4. In a small bowl, mix together the olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, lemon zest, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper to create a marinade.
5. Brush the marinade evenly over the rolled-out pizza dough.
6. Evenly distribute the shredded mozzarella cheese over the dough, followed by the crumbled feta cheese.
7. Add the sliced red onion and black olives on top of the cheese.
8. Sprinkle the chopped cilantro over the entire pizza.
9. Bake in the preheated oven for about 15-20 minutes or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly.
10. Remove from the oven, let cool for a few minutes, slice, and serve warm.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 15 g
• Carbs: 50 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 30 mg
• Total Fat: 18 g
• Saturated Fat: 6 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in antioxidants from cilantro which may help reduce inflammation.
• High in calcium and protein from feta cheese, promoting bone health.

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