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This caramelized onions and arugula pizza recipe is the perfect balance of sweet and savory, with fresh arugula and crunchy sunflower seeds giving it a light, peppery finish. It’s easy to make, packed with flavor and is such a satisfying pizza recipe that feels a little fancy without much effort.
Caramelize the onions: In a pan, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and a pinch of salt. Stir occasionally and cook for about 25 minutes, or until the onions are soft and golden brown. If you want a sweeter flavor, stir in the balsamic vinegar near the end of cooking. Set the onions aside.
Roll out the dough: Stretch or roll out your pizza dough to your desired thickness. Transfer it to your prepared baking sheet or pizza stone, and lightly brush the dough with a bit of olive oil.
Top the pizza: Spread the caramelized onions evenly across the dough. Sprinkle on the mozzarella cheese, and if you’re using it, add the goat cheese or ricotta in dollops. Season with salt and pepper.
Bake: Bake the pizza for about 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbling.
Add arugula and sunflower seeds: Once the pizza is out of the oven, immediately top it with fresh arugula and sprinkle sunflower seeds on top. Drizzle with a little extra olive oil if you like.
Recipe Tips:
For extra flavor: You can add some red pepper flakes for a bit of heat or drizzle honey over the arugula for a touch of sweetness.
Cheese options: Goat cheese adds a creamy texture, but if you prefer a more classic taste, you can skip it or swap it for another soft cheese.
Sunflower seeds substitute: Try pumpkin seeds or chopped walnuts if you’re out of sunflower seeds – or omit them altogether.
Use a pizza oven: If you have a pizza oven, use it! Cooking your pizza in a pizza oven at high heat (around 700-900°F) will give you an extra crispy crust and perfectly melted cheese in just a few minutes, making the flavors even more intense.
Storage and Reheating:
This pizza is best enjoyed fresh, but if you have leftovers, you can store them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. To reheat, pop the pizza back in the oven at 375°F for about 5-7 minutes.
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This caramelized onions and arugula pizza recipe is the perfect balance of sweet and savory, with fresh arugula and crunchy sunflower seeds giving it a light, peppery finish. It’s easy to make, packed with flavor and is such a satisfying pizza recipe that feels a little fancy without much effort.
In a pan, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and a pinch of salt. Stir occasionally and cook for about 25 minutes, or until the onions are soft and golden brown. If you want a sweeter flavor, stir in the balsamic vinegar near the end of cooking. Set the onions aside.
Stretch or roll out your pizza dough to your desired thickness. Transfer it to your prepared baking sheet or pizza stone, and lightly brush the dough with a bit of olive oil.
Spread the caramelized onions evenly across the dough. Sprinkle on the mozzarella cheese, and if you’re using it, add the goat cheese or ricotta in dollops. Season with salt and pepper.
Bake the pizza for about 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbling.
Once the pizza is out of the oven, immediately top it with fresh arugula and sprinkle sunflower seeds on top. Drizzle with a little extra olive oil if you like.
