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Spring Veggie Pizza with Asparagus

Spring Veggie Pizza with Asparagus for a Fresh Flavor Boost

This Spring Veggie Pizza with Asparagus is a colorful celebration of seasonal produce, packed with vegetables and flavor, perfect for dinner.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Servings: 4 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pizza Base
  • 1 package Pizza Dough Use pre-made for convenience or homemade for a personal touch.
For the Veggies
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Substitute with avocado oil for different flavor.
  • 2 cups Baby Potatoes Slice thin for even cooking.
  • 1 bunch Asparagus Sauté lightly for a nice crunch.
For the Cheese
  • 1 cup Ricotta Cheese Substitute with cottage cheese for lower fat.
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese Freshly grated for best flavor.
For the Flavor
  • 2 teaspoons Fresh Thyme Or use basil or oregano.
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Zest For a bright flavor.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper Use freshly cracked for added spice.
For the Garnish
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley Optional for garnish.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Skillet
  • Baking sheet
  • pizza stone
  • Rolling Pin

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C). Prepare your baking sheet or pizza stone.
  2. Roll out your pizza dough to about ¼ inch thick. Transfer to your baking sheet or pizza stone.
  3. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet. Add thinly sliced baby potatoes and sauté for 5–7 minutes. Set aside.
  4. In the same skillet, heat another tablespoon of olive oil. Sauté chopped asparagus for 3–4 minutes.
  5. Spread a layer of ricotta cheese over the pizza dough, leaving a ½-inch border.
  6. Layer sautéed potatoes and asparagus over the ricotta. Top with Parmesan cheese and fresh thyme.
  7. Sprinkle salt, pepper, and lemon zest across the pizza.
  8. Bake for 10–12 minutes until golden and cheese is melted.
  9. Remove from oven, drizzle with olive oil, garnish with parsley, slice, and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 12gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 450mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use high-quality, seasonal produce for the best flavors. Experiment with different vegetable and cheese combinations for variety.

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