Description
Lemon Artichoke Arugula Pizza is a vibrant, refreshing dish that perfectly balances zesty lemon, savory garlic, and the earthy taste of artichokes. This delightful pizza is topped with gooey mozzarella cheese and a generous handful of fresh arugula, making it an ideal choice for gatherings or cozy nights in. With its simple preparation and fresh ingredients, this recipe is sure to impress your family and friends while providing a burst of flavor in every bite. Whether paired with a light salad or enjoyed on its own, this pizza stands out as a deliciously healthy option.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb pizza dough (at room temperature)
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 8 cloves garlic (minced)
- 3 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 14 ounces quartered artichoke hearts (drained and patted dry)
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 2 to 3 cups baby arugula
- 1/3 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Freshly squeezed lemon juice
- Dash of crushed red pepper flakes
- Sea salt (to taste)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 500°F if using a pizza stone.
- Divide the dough into two equal pieces and shape each into a 10 to 12-inch circle.
- Transfer the dough onto a floured pizza peel or baking sheet.
- Brush olive oil on each dough piece, then sprinkle minced garlic and mozzarella cheese evenly.
- Add artichoke hearts and lemon zest on top.
- Bake for 12-14 minutes until edges are golden brown.
- Remove from the oven, top with arugula, Parmesan cheese, lemon juice, crushed red pepper flakes, and sea salt to taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 14 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 110g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 20mg