Mushroom & Caramelized Onion Ricotta Pizza

Alissa Marie Wellness

Mushroom & Caramelized Onion Ricotta Pizza

This creamy, savory pizza is loaded with caramelized onions, sautéed mushrooms, and a ricotta-cottage cheese sauce for a protein-rich, gut-friendly twist. Greek yogurt dough adds protein and probiotics, while simple ingredients keep it easy on digestion and full of flavor.

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 25 minutes mins

Total Time 40 minutes mins

Servings: 2

Course: Main Course

Calories: 400

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

Pizza Dough

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 3/4 cup Greek yogurt

Toppings & Sauce

• 1/2 cup ricotta cheese
• 1/2 cup cottage cheese blended smooth
• 1 – 1 1/2 cups mixed mushrooms sliced
• 1 large onion thinly sliced
• 3 garlic cloves minced
• 1 tbsp olive oil plus extra for drizzling
• 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves
• 8 oz low-moisture mozzarella shredded
• Fresh parsley chopped
• Sea salt and black pepper

Method

 

Make the dough:

1. Mix flour, baking powder, salt, and Greek yogurt in a bowl until smooth. Knead briefly until uniform. Let rest 5–10 minutes. Divide dough in half.

Caramelize onions:

1. Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a pan over medium-low heat. Add onions with a pinch of salt and cook 20–25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden and sweet. Remove from heat.
2. Sauté mushrooms: In the same pan, heat 1 tbsp olive oil over medium-high. Add mushrooms and cook 5–7 minutes until browned. Add 2 garlic cloves and thyme, cook 1 more minute. Season with salt and pepper. Remove from heat.
3. Make white sauce: Blend cottage cheese until smooth. Mix with ricotta and 1 minced garlic clove. Season with salt and pepper.
4. Prepare crusts: Roll each dough portion on parchment paper to 1/4-inch thickness. Transfer parchment with dough to baking sheets. Dock dough with a fork to prevent bubbling. Pre-bake 5–7 minutes until slightly firm. Remove from oven.
5. Assemble pizza: Spread ricotta-cottage cheese mixture evenly on crusts, leaving a 1/2-inch border. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella over the sauce. Top with caramelized onions and sautéed mushrooms.

Bake:

1. Return to oven and bake 10–12 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden.
2. Finish: Drizzle lightly with olive oil Top with fresh parsley and optional Parmesan. Let cool 2–3 minutes, slice, and serve.

Notes

Cooking Tips

• Pre-bake crusts to prevent soggy centers
• Dock the dough with a fork for even baking
• Caramelize onions low and slow for best sweetness
• Drizzle oil after baking to preserve healthy fats and flavor
• Add fresh parsley at the end for color, flavor, and extra nutrients

Macros per Pizza

Nutrient	Amount
Calories	400 kcal
Protein	28 g
Carbs	28 g
Fiber	4 g
Fat	18 g

Gut-Friendly Notes

• Greek yogurt dough adds protein and probiotics
• Cottage cheese and ricotta provide high-quality protein and easier digestion
• Mushrooms and onions add fiber, antioxidants, and anti-inflammatory compounds
• Simple ingredients make this pizza gentle on the gut while still flavorful

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