Summer pizza with salami, zucchini and fresh tomatoes

Ingredients for Summer pizza with salami, zucchini, and tomatoes

• 75 ml extra-virgin olive oil, divided

• 900 g store-bought pizza dough, room temperature

• 450 g full-fat ricotta

• 7 g kosher salt, divided

• 5 ml freshly ground black pepper, divided

• 115 g thinly sliced soppressata

• 1 medium shallot, finely chopped

• 30 ml red wine vinegar

• 450 g courgettes, thinly shaved lengthwise on a mandoline or with a vegetable peeler

• 300 g grape tomatoes, halved

• 30 g basil leaves

How to make Summer pizza with salami, zucchini, and tomatoes

1. Preheat the oven to 220°C (fan) or 230°C (conventional).  

2. Brush an 46x33 cm rimmed baking tray with 15 ml of oil.  

3. Gently stretch the dough into a 40x30 cm oval and place it in the prepared baking tray, pressing the dough into the edges of the pan.  

4. If the dough springs back, cover it with cling film and let it rest for 10 minutes before stretching again.  

5. Brush the dough with the remaining 15 ml of oil, then bake until golden and dry, about 15–18 minutes.  

6. Meanwhile, whisk together the ricotta, 15 ml of oil, 1 tsp of salt, and ½ tsp of pepper in a medium bowl until the mixture appears slightly whipped and fluffy.  

7. If your ricotta is on the drier side, add an extra tablespoon of oil.  

8. Spread the ricotta mixture over the baked crust, leaving a 1.5 cm margin on all sides.  

9. Top with a single layer of soppressata, overlapping slightly if needed.  

10. Bake the pizza until the ricotta mixture is golden and the edges of the soppressata are curled and crisp, about 15 minutes.  

11. In a small bowl, whisk together the shallot, vinegar, the remaining 30 ml of oil, ½ tsp of salt, and ½ tsp of pepper.  

12. In a large bowl, gently toss the zucchini, tomatoes, and basil together.  

13. Drizzle about one-third of the dressing over the salad and toss again.  

14. Pile the salad onto the pizza using your hands.  

15. Drizzle the remaining dressing over the pizza and cut into slices.  

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.