Antipasto pizza

Summary

Craving a delicious pizza with an Italian twist? Look no further than the Antipasto pizza! Bursting with the flavors of Italy, minus the wine and meat restrictions, this wholesome treat brings the delightful essence of a classic antipasto platter to the humble pizza crust. Dive into a world of taste that’s both tantalizing and healthy.

Ingredients

• Pizza dough: 1 lb (approximately 450g)
• Olive oil: 2 tablespoons (30ml)
• Tomato sauce: 1 cup (240ml)
• Mozzarella cheese, shredded: 1 cup (225g)
• Black olives, pitted and sliced: 1/2 cup (75g)
• Cherry tomatoes, halved: 1/2 cup (75g)
• Red bell pepper, thinly sliced: 1/2 cup (75g)
• Artichoke hearts, drained and quartered: 1/2 cup (75g)
• Fresh basil leaves, torn: 1/4 cup (10g)
• Red onion, thinly sliced: 1/4 cup (40g)
• Oregano, dried: 1 teaspoon (1g)

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

20 minutes

Serves: 4

Nutritional Facts (per serving)

• Calories: 400
• Protein: 15g
• Carbohydrates: 50g
• Dietary Fiber: 3g
• Sugars: 6g
• Total Fat: 18g
• Saturated Fat: 7g
• Sodium: 500mg

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C).
2. Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface to your desired thickness, preferably around 1/4 inch.
3. Transfer the dough to a baking sheet or pizza stone.
4. Brush the entire surface of the dough with olive oil.
5. Evenly spread the tomato sauce over the dough, leaving a small margin around the edges.
6. Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese over the tomato sauce.
7. Distribute the black olives, cherry tomatoes, red bell pepper, and artichoke hearts evenly on top.
8. Scatter the torn basil leaves and thinly sliced red onion.
9. Sprinkle the dried oregano all over the pizza.
10. Place the pizza in the oven and bake for approximately 20 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly and slightly browned.
11. Remove the Antipasto pizza from the oven and allow it to cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.

Tips

1. For a crispier crust, pre-bake the dough for 5-7 minutes before adding the toppings.
2. Fresh mozzarella can also be used; just ensure you drain any excess moisture to prevent a soggy crust.
3. Feel free to add or subtract toppings based on personal preference; the beauty of the Antipasto pizza is its adaptability.
4. Using a pizza stone can provide a more authentic, crisp crust.

Serving Suggestions

1. Serve your Antipasto pizza with a fresh green salad on the side for a balanced meal.
2. A drizzle of high-quality olive oil just before serving can elevate the flavors.
3. Enjoy your pizza with some spicy red pepper flakes or chili oil for an extra kick.
4. Pair this delicious Antipasto pizza with a cold sparkling water with a splash of lemon or lime for a refreshing touch.

Crafted with love and care, your Antipasto pizza awaits. At AH7, we’re all about merging flavor with health. So go ahead and indulge, because this isn’t just food, it’s a slice of Italy right on your plate! And remember, every bite you take is a step towards a healthier, happier you.

ANTIPASTO PIZZA

Craving a delicious pizza with an Italian twist? Look no further than the Antipasto pizza! Bursting with the flavors of Italy, minus the wine and meat restrictions, this wholesome treat brings the delightful essence of a classic antipasto platter to the humble pizza crust. Dive into a world of taste that’s both tantalizing and healthy.

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Prep Time: 15 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 20 minutes minutes

Total Time: 35 minutes minutes

Nutritions

Nutrition Facts

ANTIPASTO PIZZA

Amount per Serving

Calories

400

% Daily Value*

Fat

 

18

g

28

%

Saturated Fat

 

7

g

44

%

Sodium

 

500

mg

22

%

Carbohydrates

 

50

g

17

%

Fiber

 

3

g

13

%

Sugar

 

6

g

7

%

Protein

 

15

g

30

%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Ingredients

• Pizza dough: 1 lb approximately 450g
• Olive oil: 2 tablespoons 30ml
• Tomato sauce: 1 cup 240ml
• Mozzarella cheese shredded: 1 cup (225g)
• Black olives pitted and sliced: 1/2 cup (75g)
• Cherry tomatoes halved: 1/2 cup (75g)
• Red bell pepper thinly sliced: 1/2 cup (75g)
• Artichoke hearts drained and quartered: 1/2 cup (75g)
• Fresh basil leaves torn: 1/4 cup (10g)
• Red onion thinly sliced: 1/4 cup (40g)
• Oregano dried: 1 teaspoon (1g)

Instructions

• Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C).
• Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface to your desired thickness, preferably around 1/4 inch.
• Transfer the dough to a baking sheet or pizza stone.
• Brush the entire surface of the dough with olive oil.
• Evenly spread the tomato sauce over the dough, leaving a small margin around the edges.
• Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese over the tomato sauce.
• Distribute the black olives, cherry tomatoes, red bell pepper, and artichoke hearts evenly on top.
• Scatter the torn basil leaves and thinly sliced red onion.
• Sprinkle the dried oregano all over the pizza.
• Place the pizza in the oven and bake for approximately 20 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly and slightly browned.
• Remove the Antipasto pizza from the oven and allow it to cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

TIPS

For a crispier crust, pre-bake the dough for 5-7 minutes before adding the toppings.
Fresh mozzarella can also be used; just ensure you drain any excess moisture to prevent a soggy crust.
Feel free to add or subtract toppings based on personal preference; the beauty of the Antipasto pizza is its adaptability.
Using a pizza stone can provide a more authentic, crisp crust.

SERVING SUGGESTIONS

Serve your Antipasto pizza with a fresh green salad on the side for a balanced meal.
A drizzle of high-quality olive oil just before serving can elevate the flavors.
Enjoy your pizza with some spicy red pepper flakes or chili oil for an extra kick.
Pair this delicious Antipasto pizza with a cold sparkling water with a splash of lemon or lime for a refreshing touch.