Italian Broccoli Pizza Recipe

This crispy cheesy Broccoli Pizza is made with fresh florets, creamy ricotta, and garlic, and ready in 30 minutes. The crust turns perfectly golden while the broccoli edges char slightly into the bubbling mozzarella. I love making this on busy weeknights when we want pizza without ordering out.

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Better Than Takeaway

I used to think broccoli on pizza sounded like a punishment rather than a real treat. My mistake was piling raw broccoli straight onto the dough, which left it dry and burnt before the crust cooked.

I quickly learned the secret is blanching the florets briefly and tossing them in garlic oil first. This method gives you perfectly tender broccoli that chars just enough without turning into ash.

Broccoli Pizza Ingredients

• 1 lb pizza dough
• 2 cups fresh broccoli florets, chopped small
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1.5 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1/2 cup whole milk ricotta cheese
• 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
• 1/2 tsp kosher salt

How To Make Broccoli Pizza

1. Prep the oven: Preheat your oven to 475°F and place a pizza stone or baking sheet inside to get hot.
2. Blanch the broccoli: Boil the broccoli florets for 1 minute, then immediately drain and rinse with cold water to stop the cooking.
3. Mix the garlic oil: In a small bowl, combine the olive oil, minced garlic, red pepper flakes, and kosher salt.
4. Stretch the dough: On a floured surface, stretch the pizza dough into a 12-inch circle.
5. Assemble the pizza: Brush the dough with the garlic oil, then top evenly with mozzarella, dollops of ricotta, and the blanched broccoli.
6. Bake the pizza: Carefully transfer the pizza to the hot stone or pan and bake for 12 to 15 minutes until golden and bubbling.

Recipe Tips

• Dry the broccoli well: Any leftover moisture on the blanched broccoli will make your pizza crust soggy.
• Chop small: Large florets are difficult to bite through on a pizza slice, so cut them into bite-sized pieces.
• Preheat your pan: Getting the baking sheet or pizza stone screaming hot before adding the dough guarantees a crispy bottom.

What To Serve With Broccoli Pizza

A simple arugula salad dressed with lemon and olive oil cuts through the richness of the cheese. You can also serve it with roasted red peppers or a bowl of warm marinara for crust dipping.

How To Store

Keep leftover pizza slices in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat them in a 350°F oven for 5 minutes to restore the crispy crust, as microwaving will make the dough rubbery.

FAQs

Can I use frozen broccoli?

Yes, but thaw it completely and squeeze out as much water as possible before adding it to the pizza.

Do I have to use ricotta?

No, you can substitute it with extra mozzarella, provolone, or even goat cheese for a tangier flavor.

How do I prevent the dough from sticking?

Use a generous amount of cornmeal or parchment paper under the dough when sliding it into the oven.

Nutrition

• Calories: 280 kcal
• Total Fat: 12 g
• Saturated Fat: 5 g
• Cholesterol: 25 mg
• Sodium: 550 mg
• Total Carbohydrate: 32 g
• Protein: 11 g

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Broccoli Pizza

Recipe by Paula

Servings

4

servings

Prep time

15

minutes

Cooking time

15

minutes

Total time

30

minutes

This crispy cheesy Broccoli Pizza is loaded with tender-crisp florets, fragrant garlic oil, and melted ricotta, all ready in just 30 minutes. Skip the delivery apps and bake this simple, restaurant-quality meal at home for an easy weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

• 1 lb pizza dough

• 2 cups fresh broccoli florets, chopped small

• 2 tbsp olive oil

• 3 cloves garlic, minced

• 1.5 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

• 1/2 cup whole milk ricotta cheese

• 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes

• 1/2 tsp kosher salt

Directions

• 1. Prep the oven: Preheat your oven to 475°F and place a pizza stone or baking sheet inside to get hot.
• 2. Blanch the broccoli: Boil the broccoli florets for 1 minute, then immediately drain and rinse with cold water to stop the cooking.
• 3. Mix the garlic oil: In a small bowl, combine the olive oil, minced garlic, red pepper flakes, and kosher salt.
• 4. Stretch the dough: On a floured surface, stretch the pizza dough into a 12-inch circle.
• 5. Assemble the pizza: Brush the dough with the garlic oil, then top evenly with mozzarella, dollops of ricotta, and the blanched broccoli.
• 6. Bake the pizza: Carefully transfer the pizza to the hot stone or pan and bake for 12 to 15 minutes until golden and bubbling.