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Spinach Ricotta Pizza

Irresistible Spinach Ricotta Pizza for a Cozy Night In

This Spinach Ricotta Pizza redefines traditional flavors with a creamy ricotta base, making it a perfect vegetarian delight for dinner or pizza night.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 13 minutes
Total Time 28 minutes
Servings: 4 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Pizza Base
  • 1 lb Pizza Dough Store-bought or homemade
  • 2 tbsp Extra-Virgin Olive Oil For brushing the dough
Ricotta Topping
  • 1 cup Ricotta Cheese Whole milk preferred
  • 1 tsp Minced Garlic Freshly minced
  • 1 tsp Italian Seasonings Mixed into ricotta
Pizza Toppings
  • 1 cup Shredded Mozzarella Cheese Fresh shredded
  • 10 oz Frozen Chopped Spinach Thawed and drained
  • 1 medium Thinly Sliced Red Onions Spring onions as an alternative
  • 1/4 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese Or Pecorino Romano
  • to taste Kosher Salt Adjust according to preference

Equipment

  • Oven
  • mixing bowl
  • Cooking Brush
  • Rolling Pin
  • Parchment Paper

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat the oven to 460°F (240°C) for a crispy crust.
  2. Roll out pizza dough into a 15-16” round shape about 1/4 inch thick.
  3. Mix extra-virgin olive oil, Italian seasonings, kosher salt, and garlic powder; brush onto the dough edges.
  4. Combine ricotta cheese, remaining Italian seasonings, and minced garlic in a bowl until smooth.
  5. Spread ricotta mixture over the dough, top with mozzarella, spinach, red onions, and Parmesan.
  6. Bake the pizza for 12-13 minutes until the crust is golden and cheese is bubbling.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 15gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 25IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days, or wrap slices for freezing. Reheat at 350°F for 8-10 minutes for best results.

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