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Enjoy a delicious slice of Morel and Asparagus Crispy Pizza, a perfect combination of spring flavors and a crispy crust

Morel and Asparagus Crispy Pizza

Linda
A delicious and flavorful pizza that combines the earthy richness of morel mushrooms with the crisp freshness of asparagus, all on a golden, crispy pizza crust. A perfect springtime dish for pizza lovers.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Main Course, Pizza
Cuisine American, Italian

Notes

Equipment
  • Equipment: Pizza Stone, Pizza Cutter, Frying Pan, Rolling Pin
Ingredients
  1. 1 pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
  2. 1 cup fresh morel mushrooms, sliced
  3. 1 cup asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
  4. 2 tbsp olive oil
  5. 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  6. 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  7. 2 garlic cloves, minced
  8. Salt and pepper to taste
  9. Fresh thyme (for garnish)
  10. Balsamic glaze (optional, for drizzling)
  11. Red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 475°F (245°C). Roll out the pizza dough onto a baking sheet or pizza stone.
  2. Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Add the garlic and sauté for about 1 minute.
  3. Add the morel mushrooms and asparagus to the pan and cook for 5-7 minutes, until tender. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  4. Transfer the dough to a baking sheet or pizza stone and drizzle with olive oil.
  5. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the pizza dough.
  6. Add the sautéed morel mushrooms and asparagus on top.
  7. Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese over the entire pizza.
  8. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden and crispy, and the cheese is melted.
  9. Remove the pizza from the oven and garnish with fresh thyme and optional balsamic glaze.
  10. Slice and serve immediately.
Nutrition
  • Calories: 300 kcal per serving
  • Total Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg
  • Sodium: 400mg
  • Total Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Dietary Fiber: 3g
  • Sugars: 2g
  • Protein: 15g
Notes
  • You can use other mushrooms like cremini or shiitake if morel mushrooms are not available.
  • For a gluten-free option, substitute the pizza dough with a gluten-free crust.
  • The balsamic glaze adds a tangy sweetness that complements the earthy flavors of the mushrooms and asparagus.
Keyword Morel and Asparagus Crispy Pizza, spring pizza, gourmet pizza, morel mushrooms, asparagus pizza, crispy pizza, seasonal pizza