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Spinach Ricotta Pizza

Delicious Spinach Ricotta Pizza You’ll Crave Every Time

This Spinach Ricotta Pizza offers a creamy ricotta base, fresh spinach, and melted mozzarella for a delightful and satisfying dish.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 13 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 slices
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 16 oz Homemade Pizza Dough Feel free to use store-bought for a quicker option.
For the Flavor
  • 1 Tbsp Extra-Virgin Olive Oil Opt for a high-quality oil for the best flavor.
  • 3 tsp Italian Seasonings Tailor to your liking.
  • 1 tsp Kosher Salt Reduce for a lower-sodium version.
  • ¼ tsp Garlic Powder Fresh garlic can also work wonders here.
For the Cheese Mixture
  • 1 tsp Minced Garlic It brings out the best in the cheese.
  • 8 oz Ricotta Cheese Choose light or full-fat based on preference.
  • 1 cup Shredded Mozzarella Cheese Consider mixing in other cheese varieties for extra flavor.
For the Toppings
  • 10 oz Frozen Chopped Spinach Thawed and squeezed of excess moisture.
  • ¼ cup Thinly Sliced Red Onions Green onions can be a tasty alternative.
  • ¼ cup Grated Parmesan Cheese You can use nutritional yeast for a dairy-free option.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • baking sheet
  • mixing bowl
  • Pastry brush
  • Parchment Paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 460°F (240°C).
  2. Roll out the pizza dough on a lightly floured surface into a 15-16 inch circle, then transfer to parchment paper.
  3. In a small bowl, mix olive oil, Italian seasonings, kosher salt, and garlic powder. Brush this mixture onto the outer edge of the dough.
  4. In another bowl, combine ricotta cheese, minced garlic, and remaining Italian seasonings, then spread this mixture over the dough.
  5. Layer shredded mozzarella over the ricotta evenly.
  6. Sprinkle the thawed spinach over the mozzarella layer.
  7. Top with sliced red onions and grated Parmesan cheese.
  8. Transfer the pizza (with parchment) onto the baking sheet. Bake for 12-13 minutes until golden brown.
  9. Allow to cool for a few minutes, then slice and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 12gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 25IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 10mg

Notes

For best results, use high-quality ingredients and follow the tips on preparing dough and toppings to ensure a perfect crust and rich flavors.

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