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Lemon Ricotta Pizza: A Zesty Twist on Tradition!

A delicious and zesty twist on traditional pizza featuring a creamy lemon ricotta base topped with mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 pre-made pizza crusts store-bought or homemade
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 large lemon zest and juice
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • Fresh basil leaves for garnish optional

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, lemon zest, lemon juice, garlic powder, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Mix until smooth and well combined.
  3. Place the pizza crusts on baking sheets or pizza stones. Drizzle each crust with olive oil, spreading it evenly.
  4. Spread the ricotta mixture over each pizza crust, leaving a small border around the edges.
  5. Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan cheese evenly over the ricotta layer.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and the crust is golden brown.
  7. Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes. Garnish with fresh basil leaves if desired before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 15gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 500mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2g

Notes

  • For a spicy kick, add red pepper flakes to the ricotta mixture or sprinkle on top before baking.
  • Experiment with toppings like arugula, prosciutto, or roasted vegetables for added flavor and texture.

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