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Grilled Zucchini Ricotta Pizza recipe

Golden Grilled Zucchini Ricotta Pizza

Chef Enzo, an Italian-American cuisine expert from Eat Every Slice, smiling while enjoying a plate of homemade pasta garnished with fresh basil.Enzo R.
A delightful summer vegetable pizza with the smoky flavor of grilled zucchini and the creamy richness of ricotta cheese.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
rise time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 32 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Italian American
Servings 8 slices
Calories 320 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 pizza stone for a crispy crust
  • 1 grill
  • 1 Rolling Pin

Ingredients
  

Pizza Ingredients

  • 1 ball pizza dough
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese
  • 2 medium zucchinis sliced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil chopped

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface to your preferred thickness. Set aside.

Grilling Zucchini

  • Toss zucchini slices with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Grill on high heat until grill marks appear, about 2-3 minutes per side.

Assembling the Pizza

  • Spread ricotta cheese over the rolled dough. Arrange grilled zucchini on top. Sprinkle with minced garlic and fresh basil.

Baking

  • Preheat oven to 450°F. Bake assembled pizza for 12-15 minutes or until the crust is golden and cheese is bubbly.

Serving

  • Slice the pizza into 8 pieces and serve hot, garnished with additional fresh basil if desired.

Storage

  • Store any leftover pizza in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat before serving.

Notes

Pro Tips: Use a pizza stone for a crispy crust. Let the dough rest at room temperature for at least 30 minutes before shaping it. Experiment with different herbs like thyme or rosemary. Drizzle balsamic glaze over the finished pizza.
Ingredient Substitutions: Whole wheat dough, goat cheese instead of ricotta.
How to Serve: Pair with fresh arugula salad or roasted red pepper hummus.
Storage & Freshness: Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Make-Ahead Tips: Prepare dough and grill zucchini ahead of time, assemble just before baking.
Keyword Grilled Zucchini Ricotta Pizza, Ricotta Herb Pizza, summer vegetable pizza