Grilled Pizza With Ricotta and Pesto

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 1

Grilled Pizza With Ricotta and Pesto for a delicious Italian-style meal

by The Chefin Pizza

Prep

20 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	12 ounces pizza dough
	flour , for rolling surface
	extra virgin olive oil
	1/2 cup basil pesto
	2 cups ricotta cheese , preferably whole milk
	4 tablespoons freshly grated parmesan cheese
	salt & freshly ground black pepper

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

477

Sugar

Fat

30g

Pizza is a classic Italian dish that is popular all over the world. While most people think of pizza as a baked dish, it can also be grilled for a different flavor and texture. This grilled pizza with ricotta and pesto is made on the grill, giving it a slightly smoky flavor that pairs perfectly with the basil pesto and creamy ricotta cheese. It's a simple yet delicious meal that's perfect for a summer dinner with family and friends. Plus, it's easy to customize with different toppings to suit your taste.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
2.	Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface to a thickness of about 1/4 inch.
3.	Brush both sides of the pizza dough with extra virgin olive oil.
4.	Place the pizza dough on the grill and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until the bottom is just starting to brown.
5.	Flip the pizza dough over and immediately spread the basil pesto evenly over the top.
6.	Add the ricotta cheese in spoonfuls over the pesto.
7.	Sprinkle the freshly grated parmesan cheese over the pizza and season with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
8.	Continue to cook the pizza on the grill for another 2-3 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbling.
9.	Remove the pizza from the grill, slice into pieces, and serve immediately.

PROS

This grilled pizza is a delicious twist on traditional pizza flavors, with the addition of basil pesto and ricotta cheese.

It’s easy to make and cooks quickly on the grill, making it perfect for a summer dinner.

The grill adds a nice smoky flavor to the crust and toppings.

CONS

Grilling pizza can be tricky, and it’s important to keep an eye on the pizza to avoid burning.

It’s also important to use high-quality ingredients, as the simple flavors of this pizza can easily be overwhelmed by lower-quality ingredients.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While pizza is not generally considered a health food, this grilled pizza can be made a bit healthier by using whole wheat pizza dough and skim or low-fat ricotta cheese.
Basil, the primary ingredient in pesto, is a good source of vitamin K, which is important for bone health.