Vegetarian Spinach and Artichoke Pizza Recipe

Craving pizza but want a delicious vegetarian option? Look no further! This Spinach and Artichoke Pizza recipe is packed with flavor, easy to make, and satisfying for even the most dedicated meat-eaters. It’s a crowd-pleaser perfect for weeknight dinners or weekend gatherings.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe:

• Flavorful: The combination of creamy artichoke hearts, earthy spinach, and tangy cheeses creates an irresistible taste.
• Easy to Make: With pre-made pizza dough (or homemade if you’re feeling ambitious!), this pizza comes together quickly.
• Vegetarian-Friendly: A delightful meat-free alternative that doesn’t compromise on taste or satisfaction.
• Customizable: Easily adapt the toppings to your preferences. Add mushrooms, sun-dried tomatoes, or olives for extra flavor.

Ingredients:

• 1 pre-made pizza dough
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 10 ounces frozen spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
• 1 (14-ounce) can artichoke hearts, drained and quartered
• 1/2 cup ricotta cheese
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 450°F (232°C).
2. Stretch or roll out pizza dough to your desired thickness and shape. Place on a baking sheet or pizza stone.
3. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
4. Add spinach and artichoke hearts to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally. Season with salt and pepper.
5. In a small bowl, combine ricotta cheese, Parmesan cheese, and a pinch of red pepper flakes (if using).
6. Spread the ricotta mixture evenly over the pizza dough.
7. Top with the spinach and artichoke mixture.
8. Sprinkle with mozzarella cheese.
9. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
10. Let cool slightly before slicing and serving.

Tips and Variations:

• For a crispier crust, pre-bake the pizza dough for 5-7 minutes before adding toppings.
• Add a sprinkle of garlic powder to the spinach and artichoke mixture for extra flavor.
• Use fresh spinach instead of frozen if desired. Just make sure to sauté it until wilted.
• Try adding other cheeses like provolone or asiago for a different flavor profile.

Enjoy your delicious and easy vegetarian Spinach and Artichoke Pizza! Let us know in the comments how it turned out.

Ingredients:
pre-made pizza dough, olive oil, garlic, frozen spinach, artichoke hearts, ricotta cheese, grated Parmesan cheese, shredded mozzarella cheese, red pepper flakes (optional), salt, pepper

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