Grilled Sausage and Peppers Pizza: A Flavorful Summer Delight

Enjoy Grilled Sausage and Peppers Pizza, a summer delight bursting with flavors from grilled sausage, peppers, and creamy ricotta.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 20

Total Time 35

Servings: 4 slices

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Italian

Calories: 360

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Pizza Base

1 lb Pizza Dough Store-bought or homemade

For the Sauce

1/2 cup Pesto Can substitute with marinara

For the Cheese

1 cup Shredded Part-skim Mozzarella Cheese Can substitute with whole milk mozzarella
1/2 cup Ricotta Cheese Can substitute with cottage cheese

For the Toppings

1 medium Yellow Onion Can substitute with red or white onions
1 medium Red Bell Pepper Can substitute with green bell pepper
1 medium Yellow Bell Pepper Can substitute with more red or green peppers
2 links Spicy Italian Chicken Sausage Can substitute with mild sausage or plant-based versions
1/4 cup Fresh Basil Leaves Can substitute with arugula

Equipment

grill
Grill Brush
Cutting board
Knife
spatula

Method

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Grilled Sausage and Peppers Pizza

Preheat the grill to 425°F and clean the grill grates.
Slice bell peppers and onion, brush with olive oil, grill for 8-10 minutes.
Grill sausage for about 8-10 minutes until crispy, then slice.
Roll out the pizza dough, brush with olive oil, grill for 2-3 minutes.
Spread pesto on grilled side, add mozzarella, close lid, cook until cheese melts.
Remove from grill, top with sausage, grilled veggies, ricotta, and basil.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 360kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 80mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 8mg

Notes

Adjust grilling times based on your grill's performance and personal preference for doneness.

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