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Asparagus Pizza


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  • Author: Chef John
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A delicious and easy asparagus pizza topped with gooey mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses.


Ingredients

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  • 1 lb pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
  • 1 cup fresh asparagus, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 ½ cups whole milk mozzarella cheese, shredded
  • ¼ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 475°F (245°C).
  2. Roll out pizza dough on a floured surface until thin; transfer to a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  3. Toss asparagus with olive oil, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
  4. Spread olive oil over the dough, layer with mozzarella cheese, and top with asparagus.
  5. Bake for 12-15 minutes until the crust is golden brown and cheese is bubbly.
  6. Remove from oven and sprinkle with Parmesan before slicing.

Notes

  • This pizza can be customized with other toppings such as mushrooms or bell peppers.
  • For a crispier crust, bake on a pizza stone if available.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Pizza
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 550mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 28g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 12g
  • Cholesterol: 25mg