Pine Nut and Date Pizza

Pine Nut and Date Pizza is a delightful fusion of Moroccan flavors, featuring a sweet and savory topping combination that delights the palate. The rich creaminess of tahini and the crunch of pine nuts create a unique vegan pizza experience that is both satisfying and nutritious.

Ingredients

• Pizza dough - 200 grams
• Tahini - 2 tablespoons
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Garlic - 1 clove, minced
• Dates - 100 grams, pitted and chopped
• Pine nuts - 30 grams, toasted
• Cinnamon - 1/2 teaspoon
• Cumin - 1/2 teaspoon
• Chili flakes - 1/4 teaspoon
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Preheat your oven to 220°C (428°F).
2. Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface to your desired thickness, then transfer it to a baking sheet or pizza stone.
3. In a small bowl, mix tahini, olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper to create a sauce.
4. Spread the tahini sauce over the rolled-out pizza dough evenly.
5. In a separate bowl, combine the chopped dates, toasted pine nuts, cinnamon, cumin, and chili flakes.
6. Evenly distribute the date and pine nut mixture over the tahini-covered dough.
7. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown.
8. Remove the pizza from the oven and sprinkle chopped parsley on top before slicing.
9. Serve hot and enjoy your vegan Moroccan-inspired pizza!

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 8 g
• Carbs: 45 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 10 g
• Sodium: 250 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in healthy fats from pine nuts, which support heart health.
• Dates provide natural sweetness along with a high fiber content, aiding digestion.

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