Saffron & Summer Squash Pizza

This Saffron & Summer Squash Pizza combines the earthiness of spelt, the exotic flavor of saffron, and the freshness of summer squash and herbs, creating a dish that is as visually stunning as it is delicious

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Course: Lunch

Cuisine: Italian

Keyword: Pizza, Saffron, squash, Summer

Servings: serving

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This pizza is a reminder of the timelessness of Italian cooking.

Equipment

Oven

Saucepan

Bowl

Ingredients

For the Honey Saffron Spelt Crust:

2 cups spelt flour
1 packet active dry yeast
1 tsp honey
1 pinch saffron threads infused in 2 tbsp warm water
1/2 cup warm water additional
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp sea salt

For the Saffron Marinade:

1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 pinch saffron threads infused in 1 tbsp warm water
2 tbsp lemon juice
1 clove garlic minced
Salt and pepper to taste

Toppings:

1 small yellow summer squash thinly sliced into rounds
1 small zucchini thinly sliced into rounds
Fresh herbs basil, thyme, oregano
Optional: Goat cheese or vegan cheese alternative

Instructions

Prepare the Saffron Infusion:

Infuse saffron threads in warm water for both the crust and marinade separately, allowing them to steep for about 10 minutes.

Make the Honey Saffron Spelt Crust:

In a bowl, dissolve yeast and honey in 1/2 cup warm water. Let it sit until frothy, about 10 minutes.
Add the saffron infusion, spelt flour, olive oil, and salt to the yeast mixture. Knead until a smooth dough forms.
Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.

Marinate the Squash:

Combine olive oil, saffron infusion, lemon juice, garlic, salt, and pepper to create the marinade.
Toss the thinly sliced squash and zucchini in the marinade and let them sit for about 30 minutes.

Preheat the Oven:

Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C). If you have a pizza stone, place it in the oven to heat.

Assemble the Pizza:

Roll out the spelt dough on a floured surface to your desired thickness.
Transfer the dough to a pizza peel dusted with flour or cornmeal.
Arrange the marinated squash and zucchini slices on top of the dough, overlapping slightly.

Bake the Pizza:

Carefully transfer the pizza to the preheated pizza stone or a baking sheet.
Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the crust is crispy and golden.
Add Fresh Herbs and Cheese (Optional):
Once out of the oven, sprinkle generously with fresh herbs.
If desired, add dollops of goat cheese or a vegan cheese alternative.

Serve:

Slice the pizza and serve immediately, allowing the vibrant flavors and aromas to shine.

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06/10/2024 10:45 am GMT