Sausage Ricotta Flatbread Pizza Recipe
This Sausage Ricotta Flatbread Pizza is a quick and flavorful meal featuring crispy lavash bread topped with basil pesto, a blend of mozzarella cheeses, mild Italian sausage, tangy giardiniera, and creamy ricotta. Baked to perfection, it’s an easy, delicious pizza alternative packed with Italian-inspired flavors.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings
- Category: Pizza
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Flatbread Base
- 1 piece lavash bread, cut in half lengthwise
- Olive oil, for brushing
Toppings
- 3 tablespoons basil pesto
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/8 pound mild Italian sausage (raw or cooked as preferred)
- 12 fresh mozzarella pearls
- 2 tablespoons ricotta cheese
- 1/4 cup hot giardiniera
- Grated parmesan cheese, for sprinkling
Instructions
- Prepare the Flatbread: Cut the lavash bread in half lengthwise and arrange the pieces on a baking sheet. Lightly brush the tops with olive oil and bake in a preheated oven at 400°F (204°C) for 3-4 minutes, or until the edges begin to crisp.
- Assemble Toppings: Remove the bread from the oven. Spread 3 tablespoons of basil pesto evenly over each piece. Sprinkle with 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese. Using wet fingers, pinch off small pieces of raw Italian sausage and distribute evenly. Add 1/4 cup hot giardiniera, place 12 fresh mozzarella pearls on top, and dot with 2 tablespoons ricotta cheese.
- Bake the Flatbread Pizza: Return the assembled flatbreads to the oven and bake at 400°F (204°C) for an additional 5-6 minutes until the cheese is fully melted and the sausage is cooked through.
- Finish and Serve: Remove from the oven and sprinkle with grated parmesan cheese. Add any additional garnishes as desired, such as fresh herbs or crushed red pepper flakes. Slice and serve warm.
- Optional: If preferred, cook the Italian sausage beforehand by browning it in a small skillet over medium heat, crumbling it with a spatula until fully cooked, and then use the cooked sausage as a topping.
Notes
- Substitute pita or naan bread for lavash for a different flatbread base.
- Use any type of pesto, such as sun dried tomato pesto, for varied flavor.
- Swap mozzarella and ricotta cheeses for other Italian cheeses like fontina or provolone.
- Use spicy Italian sausage instead of mild for more heat.
- Add thinly sliced tomatoes or red onion for extra freshness and texture.
- Garnish with fresh basil, oregano, or crushed red pepper flakes for enhanced flavor.
