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Pizza With Mozzarella Clams And Tomatoes – Bon Appetit

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This grilled pizza offers a delightful twist on traditional Italian flavors, combining tender clams with ripe plum tomatoes and melted mozzarella. The base is brushed with a fragrant garlic and red pepper oil, adding depth and a subtle kick of heat. Fresh parsley and thyme provide aromatic freshness, while the grill imparts a smoky char to the crust. Perfect for summer gatherings or a quick weeknight dinner, these individual pizzas are easy to assemble and cook quickly. The result is a satisfying dish with crisp bottoms, gooey cheese, and briny seafood notes that pair beautifully with a light salad or glass of white wine.
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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 2
Calories: 234.4
Dietary: Gluten-free
Description
This grilled pizza offers a delightful twist on traditional Italian flavors, combining tender clams with ripe plum tomatoes and melted mozzarella. The base is brushed with a fragrant garlic and red pepper oil, adding depth and a subtle kick of heat. Fresh parsley and thyme provide aromatic freshness, while the grill imparts a smoky char to the crust. Perfect for summer gatherings or a quick weeknight dinner, these individual pizzas are easy to assemble and cook quickly. The result is a satisfying dish with crisp bottoms, gooey cheese, and briny seafood notes that pair beautifully with a light salad or glass of white wine.
Ingredients
  • 2 tablespoon Olive oil
  • 2 Garlic Cloves, minced
  • 1/4 teaspoon Dried crushed red pepper
  • 1 cup Packed grated mozzarella
  • 4 oz Grated mozzarella cheese
  • 3 tablespoon Chopped fresh parsley
  • 2 tablespoon Freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tablespoon Chopped fresh thyme (or 1 tsp dried)
  • 1 tube (10-oz) Refrigerated All-Ready Pizza Crust
  • As needed Nonstick vegetable oil spray
  • 2 large Plum tomatoes, thinly sliced
  • 1 can (6 1/2-oz) Chopped clams, drained
Directions
  1. 1
    Prepare a barbecue for medium heat.
  2. 2
    In a small bowl, mix olive oil, minced garlic, and crushed red pepper. Let stand for 10 minutes to infuse flavors.
  3. 3
    In a medium bowl, combine grated mozzarella, chopped parsley, grated Parmesan cheese, and thyme.
  4. 4
    Unroll the pizza dough onto a heavy large baking sheet and stretch it into a 12-inch square.
  5. 5
    Cut the dough into 4 equal squares.
  6. 6
    Spray the grill rack with nonstick vegetable oil spray.
  7. 7
    Place the dough squares on the grill rack and grill until the tops are dry and set and the bottoms are light brown, about 3 minutes.
  8. 8
    Using a spatula, transfer the dough squares, grilled side up, to the baking sheet.
  9. 9
    Brush the top of each dough square with the garlic oil mixture.
  10. 10
    Cover each square with tomato slices and sprinkle with drained clams and the cheese mixture.
  11. 11
    Return the pizzas to the grill, tent with aluminum foil, and cook until the cheese melts and the bottoms are crisp, about 3 minutes.
  12. 12
    Transfer to plates and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 2

Amount Per Serving
Calories 234.4kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 20.7g32%
Saturated Fat 9.5g48%
Cholesterol 42.0mg15%
Sodium 375.0mg16%
Total Carbohydrate 1.9g1%
Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
Sugars 0.6g
Protein 13.2g27%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: grilled pizza, clams, mozzarella, tomatoes, garlic oil, italian, summer dinner, barbecue, seafood pizza, easy recipe, quick meal, fresh herbs, crispy crust, bon appetit, individual pizzas
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