Pizza de Queso Manchego

Pizza de Queso Manchego is a delightful vegetarian Spanish pizza that combines the rich flavors of Manchego cheese with fresh vegetables, creating a savory and satisfying dish. Perfect for sharing, this pizza embodies the essence of Mediterranean cuisine with its simple yet delicious ingredients.

Ingredients

• Pizza dough - 250 grams
• Manchego cheese - 150 grams, grated
• Tomato sauce - 100 grams
• Red bell pepper - 1, thinly sliced
• Zucchini - 1 small, thinly sliced
• Red onion - 1/2, thinly sliced
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Dried oregano - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Fresh basil leaves - a handful, for garnish

Steps

1. Preheat your oven to 220°C (428°F).
2. Roll out the pizza dough on a lightly floured surface to a 10-inch round.
3. Transfer the rolled dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
4. Spread the tomato sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a small border around the edges.
5. Sprinkle the grated Manchego cheese generously on top of the sauce.
6. Arrange the sliced red bell pepper, zucchini, and red onion evenly over the cheese.
7. Drizzle olive oil over the top, then season with dried oregano, salt, and black pepper.
8. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbling.
9. Remove from the oven and let it cool for a couple of minutes.
10. Garnish with fresh basil leaves before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 520
• Protein: 20 g
• Carbs: 60 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 50 mg
• Total Fat: 22 g
• Saturated Fat: 10 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Provides a good source of calcium from Manchego cheese.
• Rich in antioxidants from the vegetables used, promoting overall health.

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