Pumpkin may not be the first topping you think of for a pizza, but this butternut pumpkin, ricotta and fried sage pizza is not only delicious, it’s also a great addition to any spring meal.
We’ve swapped the usual tomato sauce base for this recipe, opting instead for a surprising yet satisfying homemade butternut squash purée. Slightly sweet and nutty in flavour, the pumpkin also adds a visually appealing pop of orange colour.
Topping this pizza is whipped ricotta with black pepper and salt, plus fresh mozzarella for an appealing blend of salty and creamy to play against the nutty and sweet pumpkin. And for a finishing touch, we also added fried sage – the herb crisps up nicely in hot oil, infusing aromatic hints of pepper and mint to each slice.
When you’re in the mood for a lighter pizza that’s still decidedly decadent, this butternut pumpkin, ricotta and fried sage pizza is where it’s at.
