Flatbread with Arugula, Asparagus, and Fried Eggs

Health score
21%
Flatbread with Arugula, Asparagus, and Fried Eggs
215 min.
8
548kcal

Suggestions


Imagine a dish that embodies the freshness of spring, bursting with vibrant flavors and wholesome ingredients. Our Flatbread with Arugula, Asparagus, and Fried Eggs is your ticket to culinary delight, perfect for sharing with family and friends. This recipe artfully combines a rich, homemade pesto made with arugula and garlic, creamy dollops of ricotta cheese, and an array of garden-fresh vegetables like asparagus, corn, and peas – all nestled on a golden, crispy flatbread.

Whether you’re hosting a brunch or simply looking for an inviting dinner option, this flatbread stands out as a crowd-pleaser. Each bite delivers a delightful crunch followed by the creamy textures of the ricotta and the runny yolk of perfectly fried eggs, creating a comforting and satisfying experience. And for those who love to indulge in fine wine, we suggest pairing this dish with a glass of Bishop's Peak 2008 Pinot Noir, which elevates the meal to new heights.

With a generous yield of eight servings, you're set to impress a group or enjoy leftovers that heat up beautifully. The vibrant colors and textures make it not only a feast for the palate but also for the eyes, promising a memorable dining experience. So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to enjoy the delightful process of making this nourishing flatbread that celebrates the best of seasonal produce.

Ingredients

  • 0.5 ounce active yeast dry
  • cups all purpose flour 
  • ounces arugula leaves plus additional packed () (for garnish)
  • ounces asparagus; stalks thick cut into 1/2-inch pieces, stalks cut into 1/4- to 1/3-inch pieces thin
  • 0.3 teaspoon coarse kosher salt 
  • servings cornmeal (for sprinkling)
  • large ears of corn husked
  • large eggs 
  • ounces fingerling potatoes cooled cooked
  • 0.7 cup peas fresh frozen thawed
  •  garlic cloves coarsely chopped
  • tablespoon honey 
  • 0.5 cup olive oil plus additional extra-virgin (for brushing)
  • servings parmesan cheese shavings 
  • 0.8 cup ricotta cheese drained (not )
  • cup warm water divided () (110°F to 115°F)

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • baking sheet
  • oven
  • blender
  • plastic wrap
  • stand mixer
  • microwave
  • pizza stone

Directions

  1. Place spinach in microwave-safe bowl.
  2. Sprinkle with water. Microwave untilwilted, about 20 seconds.
  3. Drain, pressing onspinach to release liquid.
  4. Place spinach, 1cup arugula, 1/2 cup oil, and garlic in blender.Blend until coarse puree forms.
  5. Transferpesto to small bowl. Season to taste withsalt and pepper. DO AHEAD: Can be made 1day ahead. Cover and chill.
  6. Stir 1/4 cup warm water and honey insmall bowl. Stir in yeast.
  7. Let stand untilfoamy, about 10 minutes.
  8. Place flour andcoarse salt in stand mixer fitted with doughhook attachment.
  9. Add 3/4 cup warm waterand yeast mixture.
  10. Mix on medium speeduntil dough comes together and pulls awayfrom sides of bowl, adding more waterby tablespoonfuls if too dry, about 2 to 3minutes.
  11. Brush large bowl with oil. Formdough into ball.
  12. Place in bowl; turn to coat.Cover with plastic; place in warm draft-freearea until doubled in volume, about 1 hour.
  13. Place pizza stone or baking sheet inoven (if using rimmed baking sheet, invertsheet, rim side down). Preheat oven to500°F. Knead dough in bowl. Cover and letrise again until doubled in volume, about 45minutes. Divide dough into 4 equal portions.Form each portion into ball.
  14. Place on flouredwork surface; cover with plastic wrap andlet rest 10 minutes.
  15. Sprinkle rimless baking sheet withcornmeal. Working with 1 ball at a time,roll out dough on floured surface to12x7-inch oval.
  16. Transfer to sheet.
  17. Spread 2tablespoons pesto over dough, leaving 1/2-inch plain border.
  18. Sprinkle 1/4 of potatoes, 1/4of asparagus, 1/4 of corn, and 1/4 of peas overpesto. Spoon three 1-tablespoon dollopsricotta over vegetables. Slide pizza ontostone; bake until crust is golden brown onbottom and around edges, 10 to 12 minutes.
  19. Meanwhile, brush nonstick skillet withoil; heat over medium heat. Crack 2 eggsinto skillet; cook just until whites are setbut yolks are still runny, about 3 minutes.
  20. Transfer pizza to work surface.
  21. Place2 fried eggs atop pizza. Scatter shaved
  22. Parmesan and arugula leaves over.
  23. Cutpizza into wedges and serve. Repeatwith remaining dough, pesto, potatoes,asparagus, corn, peas, ricotta, and eggs.
  24. Try the Bishop's Peak 2008 Pinot Noir (California, $20).

Nutrition Facts

Calories548kcal
Protein21.4%
Fat32.73%
Carbs45.87%

Properties

Glycemic Index
58.98
Glycemic Load
36.25
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
27.374347873356%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.02mg
Isorhamnetin
1.92mg
Kaempferol
3.1mg
Myricetin
0.02mg
Quercetin
4.75mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:548.22kcal
27.41%
Fat:20.05g
30.84%
Saturated Fat:9.13g
57.09%
Carbohydrates:63.22g
21.07%
Net Carbohydrates:57.76g
21.01%
Sugar:6.76g
7.51%
Cholesterol:218.26mg
72.75%
Sodium:658.08mg
28.61%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:29.49g
58.98%
Selenium:43.53µg
62.18%
Vitamin B1:0.78mg
52.3%
Folate:208.15µg
52.04%
Phosphorus:510.2mg
51.02%
Calcium:468.6mg
46.86%
Vitamin B2:0.78mg
45.8%
Manganese:0.66mg
32.84%
Iron:5.07mg
28.16%
Vitamin B3:5.37mg
26.83%
Vitamin K:25.9µg
24.66%
Vitamin A:1150.26IU
23.01%
Fiber:5.46g
21.82%
Zinc:3.13mg
20.85%
Vitamin B6:0.42mg
20.8%
Vitamin C:15.99mg
19.38%
Vitamin B5:1.93mg
19.28%
Magnesium:75.49mg
18.87%
Potassium:556.49mg
15.9%
Vitamin B12:0.89µg
14.75%
Copper:0.29mg
14.51%
Vitamin E:1.47mg
9.77%
Vitamin D:1.2µg
7.98%
Source:Epicurious