Description
Butternut Squash Pizza with Goat Cheese and Arugula offers a delightful harmony of roasted sweetness, tangy cheese, and fresh greens on a crispy crust, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
- 2 cups butternut squash, peeled and cubed
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 4 oz goat cheese, crumbled
- 1 tbsp honey (optional)
- 2 cups fresh arugula
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). If using store-bought dough, let it sit at room temperature.
- Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface until about 12 inches in diameter. Transfer it onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Toss the cubed butternut squash with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread evenly on a baking sheet.
- Roast in the preheated oven for about 25-30 minutes until tender and caramelized.
- Spread the roasted butternut squash over the prepared pizza crust.
- Crumble goat cheese generously on top and drizzle with honey if desired.
- Bake in the oven for about 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and top with fresh arugula before slicing.
- Drizzle with additional olive oil or honey if you like, then serve hot.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 1/8 of pizza)
- Calories: 215
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: Swap goat cheese for feta or mozzarella to customize flavors. Add balsamic glaze after baking for an extra flavor boost. Toss in nuts or fresh herbs for added texture and freshness.