Description
A fresh and vibrant salad pizza featuring a crispy crust topped with creamy cheese and a bright, lemony salad. It’s a perfect balance of crunchy, zesty, and savory flavors.
Ingredients
- 1 prepared pizza dough
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 cup ricotta cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 cups arugula
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1/4 cup shaved Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 475°F (245°C). Roll out the pizza dough onto a baking sheet or pizza stone.
- Brush the dough with olive oil and spread ricotta evenly over the surface. Sprinkle with mozzarella cheese.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly.
- In a bowl, toss arugula and cherry tomatoes with lemon juice, lemon zest, salt, and pepper.
- Remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool slightly. Top with the fresh salad mixture.
- Finish with shaved Parmesan and red pepper flakes if desired. Slice and serve immediately.
Notes
- Use store-bought or homemade pizza dough.
- Swap arugula for mixed greens if preferred.
- Add prosciutto or grilled chicken for extra protein if not keeping it vegetarian.
- Best enjoyed fresh as the salad can wilt over time.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 480 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 36 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 12 g
- Cholesterol: 25 mg
