Description
This gourmet-style pizza turns humble Brussels sprouts into the star of the show, paired with sweet caramelized onions, melty cheese, and a nutty pistachio crunch. Earthy, savory, and a little unexpected, it’s a fresh spin on pizza night that’ll have everyone reaching for seconds.
Ingredients
1 lb pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
2 tbsp olive oil, plus extra for drizzling
2 cups Brussels sprouts, trimmed and thinly sliced
1 large sweet onion, thinly sliced
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
½ cup shaved Parmesan or Gruyère cheese
¼ cup roasted pistachios, roughly chopped
Salt & black pepper, to taste
Red pepper flakes (optional)
Fresh lemon zest or a squeeze of lemon, for finishing
Instructions
Preheat Oven: Set to 475°F (245°C). If using a pizza stone, preheat it as well.
Caramelize Onions: In a skillet, heat 1 tbsp olive oil over medium-low. Add onions and cook slowly for 20–25 minutes, stirring often, until deeply golden.
Sauté Brussels Sprouts: In another pan, heat 1 tbsp olive oil. Add Brussels sprouts and sauté until just tender and slightly charred, about 5–7 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
Assemble Pizza: Roll out dough on a floured surface. Transfer to a parchment-lined baking sheet or pizza peel. Brush lightly with olive oil. Layer with caramelized onions, Brussels sprouts, mozzarella, and Parmesan.
Bake: Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until crust is golden and cheese is bubbling.
Finish: Top with chopped pistachios, a pinch of red pepper flakes if using, and a little lemon zest or squeeze of lemon juice for brightness.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 380 / serving
- Sugar: 4g / serving
- Fat: 22g / serving
- Carbohydrates: 34g / serving
- Fiber: 4g / serving
- Protein: 14g / serving