Caramelized-Onion and Gorgonzola Grilled Pizza

Gluten Free
Health score
19%
Caramelized-Onion and Gorgonzola Grilled Pizza
40 min.
6
470kcal

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Looking for a delicious and gluten-free pizza recipe that's sure to impress your friends and family? Look no further than this mouthwatering Caramelized-Onion and Gorgonzola Grilled Pizza! With a golden crust, rich Gorgonzola dolce cheese, and the sweet, savory flavor of caramelized onions, this pizza is the perfect main course for your next lunch or dinner party.

Ready in just 40 minutes, this recipe serves six and offers a delightful balance of flavors and textures. The pizza boasts a generous 1.3 pounds of thinly sliced, caramelized onions cooked to perfection in extra-virgin olive oil, creating a rich, sweet base for the dish. The addition of walnuts adds a delightful crunch, while the Gorgonzola dolce cheese provides a creamy, tangy contrast to the onions.

To make this pizza, you'll need a few essential pieces of equipment, including a bowl, frying pan, baking sheet, grill, tongs, and a cutting board. And don't forget to gather your ingredients, such as the 0.3 cups of chopped flat-leaf parsley and the 14-ounce pizza dough, which should be thawed if frozen.

Whether you're an experienced cook or just starting out, this Caramelized-Onion and Gorgonzola Grilled Pizza is a must-try recipe. So fire up the grill, gather your ingredients, and get ready to enjoy a truly unforgettable culinary experience!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 cup flat parsley chopped
  • cup gorgonzola crumbled
  • tablespoon olive oil extra virgin extra-virgin divided
  • 1.3 pounds onion halved lengthwise thinly sliced (2 large)
  • 14 ounce pizza dough frozen thawed
  • 0.5 cup walnuts toasted coarsely chopped

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • baking sheet
  • grill
  • tongs
  • cutting board

Directions

  1. Heat 1/4 cup oil in a 12-inch heavy skillet over medium-low heat until it shimmers, then cook onions with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp pepper, covered, stirring occasionally, until golden, 15 to 20 minutes.
  2. Transfer to a small bowl and keep warm, covered.
  3. Prepare a grill for direct-heat cooking over low charcoal (medium heat for gas).
  4. Stretch dough into a roughly 12- by 10-inch rectangle on a large baking sheet and brush with 1 Tbsp oil.
  5. Bring dough, onions, cheese, nuts, parsley, and remaining Tbsp oil to grill area.
  6. Oil grill rack, then put dough, oiled side down, on grill and brush top with remaining Tbsp oil. Grill, covered, until underside is golden brown, 1 1/2 to 3 minutes.
  7. Using tongs, return crust to baking sheet, turning crust over (grilled side up).
  8. Sprinkle evenly with onions, cheese, nuts, and parsley. Slide pizza from sheet onto grill and grill, covered, until underside is golden brown and cheese is partially melted, about 3 minutes.
  9. Transfer to a cutting board and cut into pieces.
  10. ·If you are making the entire menu and using a charcoal grill, the coals will need to be replenished before you grill the veal.·If you aren't able to grill outdoors, visit gourmet.com for an indoor method.·Onions can be cooked 1 day ahead and chilled.·Nuts can be toasted 1 day ahead and cooled, then kept in an airtight container at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Calories470kcal
Protein11.24%
Fat63.78%
Carbs24.98%

Properties

Glycemic Index
17.67
Glycemic Load
2.23
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
16.25260877091%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.26mg
Apigenin
5.41mg
Luteolin
0.06mg
Isorhamnetin
4.73mg
Kaempferol
0.65mg
Myricetin
0.4mg
Quercetin
19.19mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:469.98kcal
23.5%
Fat:34g
52.31%
Saturated Fat:8.92g
55.75%
Carbohydrates:29.96g
9.99%
Net Carbohydrates:26.16g
9.51%
Sugar:6.74g
7.49%
Cholesterol:23.39mg
7.8%
Sodium:517.92mg
22.52%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:13.48g
26.96%
Vitamin K:54.89µg
52.27%
Manganese:0.65mg
32.65%
Selenium:17.91µg
25.58%
Phosphorus:253.88mg
25.39%
Calcium:252.73mg
25.27%
Vitamin E:2.84mg
18.91%
Copper:0.35mg
17.66%
Vitamin B2:0.29mg
16.78%
Folate:63.23µg
15.81%
Fiber:3.8g
15.19%
Vitamin B1:0.22mg
14.93%
Vitamin C:11.24mg
13.62%
Vitamin B6:0.25mg
12.71%
Iron:2.28mg
12.64%
Vitamin B12:0.75µg
12.43%
Zinc:1.86mg
12.42%
Vitamin A:584.37IU
11.69%
Magnesium:45.65mg
11.41%
Potassium:343.71mg
9.82%
Vitamin B3:1.9mg
9.48%
Vitamin B5:0.65mg
6.52%
Source:Epicurious