Balsamic Onions, Asparagus, & Goat Cheese Pizza |
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Prep Time: 8 Minutes Cook Time: 14 Minutes |
Ready In: 22 Minutes Servings: 18 |
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This is a healthier pizza recipe from Foodland Ontario. YThe balsamic onions add a sweetness that contrasts with the tangy goat cheese. You can also use low-fat cheese and experiment with other vegetables like spinach or broccoli. Ingredients:
1 tablespoon olive oil |
1 onion, halved and thinly sliced |
1 garlic clove, minced |
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar |
1 teaspoon granulated sugar |
8 -10 stalks asparagus, cut into 1/2-inch (1cm) |
1 medium tomato, chopped |
1 teaspoon dried basil |
salt and pepper |
1 baked 12-inch whole wheat pizza crust (30 cm) |
3 tablespoons goat cheese, crumbled |
Directions:
1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (or according to pizza crust directions on package).
2. In a frying pan, heat oil over medium-high heat; saute onion and garlic until softened and golden, about 8 minutes.
3. Add vinegar and sugar; stir.
4. Add asparagus; cook for 3 minutes.
5. Add tomato, basil, salt, and pepper; cook for 1 minute.
6. Spread asparagus mixture over whole-wheat pizza crust; top with goat cheese.
7. Place pizza directly on middle oven rack (for softer, chewier crust bake on cookie sheet).
8. Bake for 6 to 8 minutes or until crust browns.
9. Broil for 2 minutes or until cheese begins to bubble.
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