Shrimp or Lobster Gourmet Pizza

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 1
Shrimp or Lobster Gourmet Pizza with Mozzarella and Basil
in Main

Prep

20 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

35 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 tablespoon yeast
1 cup warm water
1 teaspoon sugar
1 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 1/2 cups flour
2 -3 tablespoons olive oil
3 cloves fresh garlic , minced
2 -4 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese ( I do n't really measure )
8 ounces cooked shrimp or 8 ounces lobster meat , diced and well drained if necessary
2 -3 medium tomatoes , diced and drained
2 tablespoons fresh basil , cut into 1/8-inch strips
8 ounces shredded mozzarella cheese
fresh ground black pepper , to taste

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
350
Sugar
2g
Fat
11g
This pizza is a seafood twist on the classic pizza recipe, perfect for summer dinners with the family. The fresh ingredients like diced tomatoes and mozzarella cheese, along with fresh basil leaves which give it that Italian flavor. Shrimp and lobster are the heroes of this dish, providing lean protein against a light crust made from whole-grain flour. Each slice of this delicious pizza delivers a healthy, well-rounded meal for the entire family.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 425°F.
2.Mix yeast, water, sugar, salt, and 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a mixing bowl.
3.Add flour knead the dough on a floured surface until it is soft and elastic.
4.Add 2 tablespoons of olive oil to a pizza pan and spread evenly.
5.Place the dough in the pan and stretch it to fit the shape of the dish.
6.Brush the dough with minced garlic and sprinkle grated parmesan cheese.
7.Evenly distribute the cooked shrimp or lobster meat and diced tomatoes over the top of the crust.
8.Add Mozzarella cheese over the toppings on top of the crust.
9.Garnish with fresh basil and add black pepper to taste.
10.Bake the pizza until the crust is crispy and the cheese is melted, take around 10-15 minutes. Serve hot.

PROS

This pizza is a delightful seafood twist to the classic recipe.

It is quick, easy, and makes for a great dinner option.

The shrimp and lobster make for a low-fat protein that is easy on the stomach.

Mozzarella cheese is a good source of calcium which is good for bone health.

CONS

Shrimp and lobster can be expensive.

The pizza is relatively high in sodium.

Cooking shrimp or lobster can be difficult for non- experienced cooks

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This pizza is a low-fat protein that is easy on the stomach.
Using whole-grain flour can increase the fiber content of the crust.
The tomatoes are packed with vitamin C, which helps in keeping a healthy immune system.
The basil used in the recipe is a good source of antioxidants which help in reducing inflammation.

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