Arugula Pizza
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Make this pear and gorgonzola pizza with arugula. These ingredients would also make a delicious arugula and pear salad, which I will also share with you on how to make!
Pears are mostly made into something sweet, which I love, but I also love them when they are served in a savory dish. This pizza is a super flavorful way to try pears as a main dish for lunch or dinner. There are many varieties of pears, so you might wonder which ones to use. Here is a little primer on pear varieties. I hope that it helps you decide which ones to choose, Little Pear Primer.
Keep this pizza recipe on hand during the holidays for a tasty supper, or you could make bite-sized pizzas for a sweet little appetizer!
Pears are a great source of fiber, and they also contain a little vitamin C, B6, and magnesium. When they are “paired” with arugula, they give the added benefits of vitamin A. I love the fact that arugula is very hardy and grows almost all winter long in my garden!
Pear and Gorgonzola Pizza with Arugula Recipe
Pear and Gorgonzola Pizza with Arugula Pizza
Makes 2 mini pizzas at 8 inches in diameter. Servings 4 at 2 small slices each or 2 servings at 4 small servings. Use your favorite gluten free or low FODMAP crust if needed, and for a total plant-based version, drizzle a little additional fig jam on top after baking and skip the cheese!
1/2 cup Blue Cheese, crumbled (I used Gorgonzola)
2 pears, sliced (I used Bartlett pears)
1 cup arugula, washed
¼ cup walnuts
1-2 tablespoon Rosemary Fig Jam to drizzle over crust (see below)
Pizza Crust (enough for 2 eight-inch pizzas, see below, or use two prepared Naan breads). I used half of a recipe of my husband’s pizza crust recipe below to make these little pizzas, and I also used all white flour.
Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Make pizza crust, cover in a greased bowl, and allow to set for about 15 minutes. Divide the crust into two halves and make 2 eight-inch pizzas, and place them on a greased cookie sheet. Drizzle fig jam on the crust, add sliced pears, walnuts, and blue cheese. Bake for about 10-15 minutes until the crust is cooked, the walnuts are browned, and the cheese is starting to cook. Take it out of the oven and top with arugula. Cut into slices
The balsamic rosemary fig jam that I used was a gift that my friends in Napa Valley made and gave to my husband and me. It makes wonderful as a wonderful glaze for the pizza before adding the toppings. If you don’t have a jar in your fridge, I have included a recipe below, and have also included a place where you can purchase one online.
http://www.katherinemartinelli.com/blog/2010/balsamic-rosemary-fig-jam/
Additional Recipes Using Pear and Arugula
Fall Pear Recipes
The pears and the fig drizzle pair well with the rest of the arugula pizza ingredients and provide a little sweetness to the pungent and salty flavor of the Gorgonzola. If you need a few more tasty recipes using pears:
Roasted Butternut Pear & Arugula Salad
Oven Pear Pancake, and Pear Bread Pudding
You may also enjoy these pizza ideas from Inspired Taste. Their pear pizza with pecans is another great option!
Fall Arugula Recipes
Arugula is one of the best cool-weather greens that you can grow. In addition to this recipe for arugula pizza, here is another one of our favorites:
Tomato Pesto and Arugula Pizza on the Grill
Make Your Own Pear and Gorgonzola Pizza with Arugula
Now you can get to making your own arugula pizza. You can make this pear arugula pizza or another combination. Other delicious ideas include arugula, pesto, and tomato, or arugula with mushrooms. The combinations are endless! Winter squash would also be a delicious topping for a pizza! Here are some additional winter squash recipes for inspiration!
As an Asheville nutritionist and registered dietitian who specializes in midlife nutrition for women, digestive health, and plant-based eating. I offer online courses and e-books. In addition to my blog, I also write a weekly article on Substack and have a free e-book there at the Maven’s Toolbox on fighting inflammation.
You might also want to check out my Ultimate vegetarian meal planning for menopause.
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