ZUCCHINI PIZZA WITH BASIL MINT PESTO

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Zucchini Pizza with Basil Mint Pesto image

Provided by Molly Yeh

Categories     main-dish

Time P1DT1h5m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

500 grams (3 1/4 cups) all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons fine sea salt
1/4 teaspoon active dry yeast
1/2 cup pine nuts, toasted
4 cloves garlic
1/2 cup fresh basil, plus more for serving
1/2 cup fresh mint
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper, plus more for serving
1 lemon, halved
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup shredded Parmesan, plus more for serving
1/2 cup olive oil
All-purpose flour, for dusting
1/2 pound fresh mozzarella, torn
1 small or 1/2 large (6 ounces) zucchini, cut into 1/8-inch-thick slices

Steps:

  • For the pizza dough: Mix together the flour, salt and yeast in a bowl, then stir in 350 grams (1 1/2 cups) water until combined. Cover with plastic wrap and put it down for an 18- to 24-hour nap at room temperature until it's doubled in sized and bubbling.
  • For the pizza toppings: Preheat the grill with a pizza stone over medium-high heat. (If you don't have a pizza stone, you can use a baking sheet.)
  • Combine the pine nuts, garlic, basil, mint, crushed red pepper, juice of half a lemon, 1/4 teaspoon salt, a few turns of black pepper and the Parmesan in a food processor and pulse to a coarse crumb. With the processor running, drizzle in the olive oil and blend until smooth. Taste and adjust the seasonings as desired.
  • Divide the pizza dough in half. On a floured pizza peel or baking sheet, flatten out one half of the dough into a 10- to 11-inch round. Spread with a thin layer of the pesto and top with half of the mozzarella. Bring it out to the grill. Grill the zucchini and remaining lemon half on the grates until charred, a few minutes. Add half the zucchini to the pizza and slide it onto the pizza stone. Close the grill and cook until the bottom is browned and cheese is melty, 6 to 9 minutes. Drizzle with more pesto, squeeze with juice from the charred lemon and add more Parmesan, crushed red pepper and basil and serve.
  • Repeat with the other half of the pizza dough and ingredients.

Gabrielle Meehan
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Yum! This zucchini pizza looks amazing. I can't wait to try it.


Rylan jones
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This zucchini pizza is a great idea! I love the crispy crust and the flavorful toppings.


Mr Ali
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I'll definitely be making this zucchini pizza again. It's a great way to use up leftover zucchini and it's so delicious.


cute lavie
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This zucchini pizza is a winner! It's easy to make and it's a healthier alternative to traditional pizza.


Caleb Comrie
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I love this zucchini pizza! It's a great way to get your veggies in and it's so flavorful. The basil-mint pesto is a perfect touch.


andi krasniqi
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This zucchini pizza is a must-try for anyone who loves pizza and wants a healthier alternative. The crust is crispy and the toppings are flavorful. The basil-mint pesto is a great way to add a little something extra to the pizza.


Dilip Khadka
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I tried this zucchini pizza recipe last night and it turned out great! The crust was crispy and the toppings were flavorful. I especially loved the basil-mint pesto. It added a nice touch of freshness to the pizza.


Jarrett Hawkins
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This zucchini pizza is a great way to use up leftover zucchini. It's easy to make and it's a healthier alternative to traditional pizza. I love the crispy crust and the flavorful toppings. The basil-mint pesto is a great addition.


David Hackett
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I made this zucchini pizza last night and it was a hit with the whole family! Everyone loved the crispy crust and the flavorful toppings. The basil-mint pesto is a great way to add a little something extra to the pizza. I'll definitely be making this


Vincent Hlatshwayo
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Wow! Just wow! This zucchini pizza is absolutely delicious. I love the crispy crust and the flavorful toppings. The basil-mint pesto is a perfect touch. It's a great way to get your veggies in and still satisfy your pizza craving.


Charbel Mghames
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This zucchini pizza is a total game-changer! I'm always looking for healthy alternatives to traditional pizza, and this one definitely fits the bill. The zucchini crust is crispy and flavorful, and the basil-mint pesto is a fantastic addition. I'll d