Zucchini & Basil Pizzas
For a fresh and flavorful twist on traditional pizza, try this zucchini and cheese pizza recipe. The vibrant mix of green and yellow zucchini, combined with melted mozzarella and tangy ricotta salata or goat cheese, creates a colorful and delicious topping. Finished with a hint of lemon juice and fragrant basil leaves, each bite is bursting with summery goodness. These homemade 10-inch pizzas are perfect for sharing with friends and family, making them a delightful addition to any gathering.
— Constant Cookbook
Ingredients
- 1 green zucchini, sliced 3/16 inch thick
- 1 yellow zucchini, sliced 3/16 inch thick
- 1 Tbs. Parmesan dipping and drizzling oil, plus more for brushing
- Salt and freshly ground pepper, to taste
- Two 10-inch pizza dough rounds
- 4 oz. mozzarella cheese, grated
- 1/2 lemon
- 1 oz. ricotta salata or goat cheese
- 6 large fresh basil leaves, minced
Instructions
- Preheat a beehive pizza oven according to the manufacturer's instructions.
- In a bowl, stir together the green and yellow zucchini, the 1 Tbs. oil, salt and pepper. Let stand for 5 minutes, then drain off the excess liquid.
- Place 1 pizza dough round on a floured pizza peel. Lightly brush the dough with oil. Sprinkle half of the mozzarella on the dough and top with half of the zucchini.
- Transfer the pizza to the oven, tapping the peel lightly to release the pizza. Bake until the cheese has melted and the crust is golden, 8 to 10 minutes, rotating the pizza occasionally to ensure even browning.
- Transfer the pizza to a cutting board and squeeze a few drops of lemon juice over the pizza. Grate or crumble half of the ricotta salata over the pizza and sprinkle with half of the basil. Cut into slices and serve immediately. Repeat to cook the remaining pizza. Makes two 10-inch pizzas.
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