Balsamic Onions Asparagus Goat Cheese Pizza
Elevate your pizza game with this irresistible Balsamic Onions Asparagus Goat Cheese Pizza, a gourmet fusion of bold flavors and seasonal ingredients. Featuring a crispy, golden crust topped with sweet caramelized red onions drenched in balsamic vinegar, tender roasted asparagus, and creamy dollops of tangy goat cheese, this pizza is an elegant twist on a classic favorite. A blend of mozzarella and Parmesan adds gooey decadence, while fresh parsley brightens every bite. Perfect for a dinner party or a weeknight indulgence, this recipe combines high-quality ingredients with simple techniques, delivering restaurant-worthy results in just 45 minutes. Whether you're a fan of vegetarian recipes or exploring unique pizza ideas, this dish is sure to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 ball (about 12 oz) Pizza dough
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 medium (sliced thinly) Red onion
- 2 tablespoons Balsamic vinegar
- 6 (trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces) Asparagus spears
- 4 ounces Goat cheese
- 1 cup (shredded) Mozzarella cheese
- 2 tablespoons (grated) Parmesan cheese
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 tablespoon (for dusting) Cornmeal
- 2 tablespoons (chopped, for garnish) Fresh parsley
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C). If using a pizza stone, place it in the oven while preheating.
In a medium skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced red onion and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened and beginning to caramelize.
Stir in the balsamic vinegar and cook for another 2 minutes until the onions are glossy and slightly sticky. Remove from heat and set aside.
Toss the asparagus pieces with the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Spread them on a baking sheet and roast in the oven for 8-10 minutes until tender but still slightly crisp. Set aside.
On a lightly floured surface, roll out the pizza dough into a 12-inch circle or oval. If you prefer a thicker crust, leave it slightly smaller.
Dust a pizza peel or the back of a baking sheet with cornmeal and transfer the rolled-out dough onto it.
Spread the caramelized balsamic onions evenly across the dough, leaving a small border around the edges.
Scatter the roasted asparagus pieces over the onions, followed by the goat cheese, dropped in small spoonfuls across the pizza.
Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the top, and finish with the grated Parmesan cheese.
Carefully slide the pizza onto the preheated pizza stone (or place the baking sheet in the oven if not using a stone). Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheeses are melted and bubbly.
Remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool for 2-3 minutes. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley before slicing and serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1666 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 67.2 g | 86% | |
| Saturated Fat | 39.0 g | 195% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 171 mg | 57% | |
| Sodium | 4098 mg | 178% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 176.8 g | 64% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.8 g | 64% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.5 g | ||
| Protein | 89.5 g | 179% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 1174 mg | 90% | |
| Iron | 15.5 mg | 86% | |
| Potassium | 1068 mg | 23% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
