Spring Pizza with Asparagus and Prosciutto
Spring Pizza with Asparagus and Prosciutto is the perfect dish to celebrate the season! With a crispy crust topped with fresh asparagus, savory prosciutto, and gooey mozzarella, this pizza is both delicious and visually stunning. Ideal for family gatherings or cozy dinners, each slice bursts with flavor, making it a must-try recipe that will have everyone asking for seconds.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 8 slices 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 cup fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
- 4 oz thinly sliced prosciutto
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella cheese, torn into pieces
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Balsamic glaze (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C).
- Allow store-bought dough to sit at room temperature for 30 minutes.
- Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface to about ¼ inch thick.
- Brush the rolled-out dough generously with olive oil.
- Sprinkle mozzarella evenly over the dough.
- Scatter asparagus pieces on top of the cheese, followed by tearing prosciutto slices over everything.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes until golden brown and bubbly.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approx. 100g)
- Calories: 235
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Customize your pizza by adding seasonal veggies like zucchini or bell peppers. For extra flavor, consider drizzling balsamic glaze before serving. Store leftovers wrapped tightly in plastic wrap for up to three days.