Spring Pistachio Pesto Pizza with Asparagus and Ricotta
Celebrate the arrival of spring with this vibrant Spring Pistachio Pesto Pizza. Featuring nutty pistachios, fresh asparagus, and creamy ricotta, this gourmet pizza is easy to prepare and bursting with seasonal flavors. Perfect for family dinners or gatherings with friends, it’s a delightful dish that will impress your guests while bringing the essence of spring to your table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 8 slices 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup roasted unsalted pistachios
- 2 cups fresh basil leaves
- 2 cloves garlic
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 3 tbsp olive oil (plus more for drizzling)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 bunch asparagus (about 12 spears)
- 1 cup fresh ricotta cheese
- 1 lb pizza dough
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 475°F (245°C). If using a pizza stone, place it in the oven while preheating.
- In a food processor, blend pistachios, basil, garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper until smooth; set aside.
- Trim asparagus ends and toss with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for about 10 minutes until tender.
- Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface into your desired shape. Transfer to a parchment-lined baking sheet or pizza peel.
- Spread an even layer of pistachio pesto over the dough. Top with roasted asparagus and dollops of ricotta cheese.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until the crust is golden brown. Drizzle with olive oil before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (85g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 15mg