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Grilled Zucchini, Ricotta and Pine Nut Pizza

An easy to make grilled pizza topped with zucchini ribbons, ricotta and pine nuts.

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
25 mins
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 203 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American , Vegan

Ingredients

  • 3/4 pound pizza dough
  • 3/4 cup ricotta cheese
  • 2 tablespoons pesto
  • 1/2 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • Kosher salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
  • 2 medium sized zucchini
  • 2 tablespoons toastes pine nuts

Instructions

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  1. Preheat grill to high heat and oil the grill grates well, mine was about 500 degrees.
  2. Divide the pizza dough in half and roll out into oblong shaped crusts.
  3. Place the rolled out dough onto a greased baking sheet and spray or brush the tops of the crust with more oil.
  4. In a bowl whisk together the ricotta, pesto, lemon zest, juice, salt and pepper, set aside.
  5. Cut the zucchini lengthwise into approximately 1/4 inch planks.
  6. Brush the zucchini on both sides with oil and season with kosher salt and black pepper.
  7. Place the zucchini on the prepared grill and grill for approximately 2 minutes per side or until grill marks appear.
  8. Remove the zucchini from the grill onto a plate and oil the grates again.
  9. Place the rolled out pizza dough onto the grill and cover with the lid.
  10. Grill the crust for approximately 1-2 minutes or until it bubbles up and there are grill marks on the bottom.
  11. Flip the crusts over and grill for another 2 minutes or until browned and blistered on the other side.
  12. Remove from the grill and spread half of the ricotta mixture on top of each crust.
  13. Lay equal amounts of the zucchini on top of the ricotta and top with the shredded parmesan cheese and toasted pine nuts.
  14. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • Have the ricotta mixture, shredded parmesan, and toasted pine nuts close by so that you can assemble the pizza immediately when removed from the grill.

Nutrition Information

Calories 203kcal (10%) Carbohydrates 23g (8%) Protein 8g (16%) Fat 9g (14%) Saturated Fat 2g (10%) Polyunsaturated Fat 6g Cholesterol 10mg (3%) Sodium 312mg (13%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 2g (4%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 8servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 203

% Daily Value*

Calories 203kcal 10%
Carbohydrates 23g 8%
Protein 8g 16%
Fat 9g 14%
Saturated Fat 2g 10%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6g 35%
Cholesterol 10mg 3%
Sodium 312mg 13%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 2g 4%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.