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Zucchini Blossom Pizza

Zucchini Blossom Pizza

Zucchini Blossom Pizza is a delightful dish that combines creamy ricotta and melty mozzarella topped with fresh zucchini blossoms, creating a light and elegant pizza perfect for summer evenings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4-6 servings servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
  • 8-10 fresh zucchini blossoms
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese
  • 1½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon fresh lemon zest
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • ¼ cup fresh basil leaves

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C) and place a pizza stone or baking sheet inside to heat up.
  2. Gently rinse the zucchini blossoms under cold water and pat dry. Remove the stamen inside each blossom.
  3. Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface to about ¼-inch thickness and transfer it to parchment paper.
  4. Mix ricotta with minced garlic, lemon zest, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Spread this mixture evenly across the pizza dough, leaving a one-inch border for the crust.
  5. Sprinkle mozzarella cheese over the ricotta layer and drizzle one tablespoon of olive oil across the cheese.
  6. Arrange the zucchini blossoms across the pizza and press them gently into the cheese.
  7. Transfer the pizza (on parchment) to your preheated stone or baking sheet and bake for 12-15 minutes until the crust is golden and the cheese bubbles.
  8. Remove the pizza from the oven, drizzle with remaining olive oil, and sprinkle fresh basil leaves on top. Let it cool for 2-3 minutes before slicing.

Notes

Always preheat your oven thoroughly for a crispy crust. Handle zucchini blossoms gently to avoid tearing. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.