Pizza aux Fèves

Pizza aux Fèves combines the rich flavors of Moroccan spices with hearty fava beans, creating a unique twist on traditional pizza. This dish is both comforting and nourishing, perfect for a cozy meal.

Ingredients

• Pizza dough - 250 grams
• Fava beans (cooked) - 200 grams
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic (minced) - 2 cloves
• Cumin powder - 1 teaspoon
• Paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Fresh parsley (chopped) - 2 tablespoons
• Harissa paste - 1 tablespoon
• Mozzarella cheese (shredded) - 100 grams
• Cherry tomatoes (halved) - 100 grams
• Lemon (for garnish) - 1

Steps

1. Preheat your oven to 220°C (428°F).
2. Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface to your desired thickness.
3. Transfer the rolled dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
4. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté minced garlic until fragrant.
5. Add cooked fava beans to the skillet, followed by cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mash the beans slightly with a fork, leaving some whole for texture.
6. Spread the fava bean mixture evenly over the pizza dough.
7. Drizzle harissa paste over the fava layer, adjusting to your spice preference.
8. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese on top, followed by halved cherry tomatoes and chopped parsley.
9. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
10. Remove the pizza from the oven, let it cool for a minute, and garnish with lemon wedges before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 480
• Protein: 18 g
• Carbs: 60 g
• Fiber: 10 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 30 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Fava beans are a great source of plant-based protein and fiber, promoting digestive health.
• The use of olive oil and spices contributes to anti-inflammatory properties and overall heart health.

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