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Salad Pizza

This vibrant salad pizza offers a sophisticated twist on a midweek favourite. Combining a crisp, garlic-infused crust with a fresh, punchy topping, it bridges the gap between a hearty main and a light seasonal lunch. The base is baked until golden and airy, providing the perfect canvas for creamy Gorgonzola, tangy pickled red onions, and the savoury saltiness of thinly sliced prosciutto. It is a wonderful way to enjoy a high-protein meal that feels indulgent yet remains refreshingly crisp.

Ideal for sharing, this dish is best served sliced into squares for a relaxed dinner or a weekend brunch. The contrast between the warm, freshly baked dough and the cold, dressed salad creates a brilliant texture that elevates simple shop-bought dough into something truly special. For a vegetarian alternative, simply omit the ham and add toasted walnuts for extra crunch and protein.

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Ingredients for Salad Pizza

  • 450g store-bought pizza dough,room temperature

  • 3 tablespoons plus 80ml extra-virgin olive oil

  • 3 garlic cloves, finely grated

  • Kosher salt, freshly ground pepper

  • 1 large head of Bibb lettuce, leaves separated and torn

  • 110g Gorgonzola, crumbled (about 240g )

  • 1/2 cup pickled red onion

  • 3 tablespoons sliced chives

  • 110g thinly sliced prosciutto, but any good thinly sliced ham will be delicious here

  • 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar

  • 1 teaspoon sugar

Preheat oven to 246°C. Place dough on a rimmed baking sheet and drizzle with 1 tablespoon oil; turn to coat. Stretch dough outward with your hands until it covers the entire sheet (it should be thin, which is what you want). If dough springs back, let it rest a few minutes to relax before stretching again.

Mix garlic and 2 tablespoons oil in a small bowl. Drizzle over dough, using your hands to spread across entire surface; season with salt and pepper. Bake dough, rotating baking sheet once, until golden, puffed, and crisp all over, 10–12 minutes. Let cool slightly (so lettuce won’t wilt).

Toss lettuce, Gorgonzola, pickled onion, and chives in a large bowl; season with salt and pepper. Whisk vinegar and sugar in another small bowl, then, whisking constantly, gradually stream in remaining 1/3 cup oil. Pour dressing over salad and toss to coat.

Arrange salad on top of pizza crust and drape prosciutto over. Slice pizza into squares.

Disclaimer

While every effort has been made to ensure the information is accurate and up to date, individual needs may vary and dietary requirements can differ based on personal health conditions. Always check food labels and allergen information before preparing or consuming any recipe. If you have specific health concerns, allergies, intolerances, or are following a medically prescribed diet, seek advice from your GP, pharmacist, or a registered dietitian before making significant changes to your diet or lifestyle.

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