Pizza Topping – Smoked Salmon Pizza

May 30, 2023May 30, 20230 14

Smoked Salmon Pizza Topping recipe for your pizza night

by The Chefin Pizza

Prep

10 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

25 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	1 prepared pizza crust
	1/2 cup tomato pizza sauce ( if base does n't already come with tomato sauce )
	100 g smoked salmon , finely sliced
	1/2 red onion , sliced
	1/2 cup mozzarella cheese , grated or 100 g provolone cheese , thinly sliced
	2 tablespoons capers , drained
	5 fresh basil leaves or 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
	1/2 teaspoon olive oil ( to oil the base of the pizza )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

307

Sugar

Fat

16g

Pizza is a beloved food around the world, and there are endless options for customization when it comes to toppings. If you're looking for a way to switch up your pizza routine, consider trying this smoked salmon pizza topping recipe. The combination of the salty salmon, briny capers, and sweet red onion creates a complex and delicious flavor that will impress your family and friends. Plus, this topping is packed with health benefits, making it a tasty and nutritious addition to your pizza night.

Instructions

1.	Preheat oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C).
2.	Place the prepared pizza crust on a baking sheet and spread the tomato pizza sauce over it.
3.	Arrange the smoked salmon and sliced red onion on top of the sauce.
4.	Sprinkle the grated mozzarella cheese (or arrange the thinly sliced provolone cheese) over the salmon and onion.
5.	Add the drained capers on top of the cheese and sprinkle with the fresh basil leaves (or dried basil).
6.	Drizzle the olive oil over the pizza crust.
7.	Bake the pizza in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until the crust is crispy and the cheese is melted and bubbly.

PROS

This smoked salmon pizza topping adds a delicious, salty flavor to your pizza.

The combination of salmon, onion, capers, and cheese creates a savory and rich taste that will satisfy your cravings.

CONS

Smoked salmon can be high in sodium and fat.

If you are trying to watch your diet, you may want to limit your intake of this pizza topping or substitute the smoked salmon with a different protein source.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Salmon is high in omega-3 fatty acids, which are essential for heart health and brain function.
Capers are low in calories and high in antioxidants, which can help protect against cancer and inflammation.
Onions can boost your immune system and promote digestive health.