Pumpkin and Chickpea Pizza with Prawns

An inventive and healthful take on classic pizza is the pumpkin and chickpea pizza with shrimp. This recipe is a tasty and filling combination of nutty chickpeas, juicy prawns, and a creamy pumpkin foundation on a crispy pizza crust.

Recipe Overview

Ingredients

For the Pizza Base:

• Two medium store-bought pizza bases (or handmade, if desired)

For the Toppings:

• 300g of peeled and diced pumpkin
• Two teaspoons of olive oil
• Garlic: two minced cloves
• One cup of tinned, drained, and rinsed chickpeas
• 200g of cooked prawns that have been peeled and deveined
• Shredded mozzarella cheese: 1 cup
• One tiny, finely sliced red onion
• One cup of cherry tomatoes, cut in half
• One cup of fresh arugula (rocket) (for garnish)
• One teaspoon of chili flakes (optional)
• To taste, add salt and pepper.

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Pumpkin Base

1. Set the oven’s temperature to 200°C (400°F).
2. Add the garlic, salt, pepper, and 1 tablespoon of olive oil to the pumpkin cubes.
3. Bake for 20 minutes, or until tender and beginning to caramelize, on a baking sheet.
4. Place the roasted pumpkin in a food processor or blender and pulse until it turns into a smooth puree. Put aside.

Step 2: Assemble the Pizzas

1. Arrange the pizza bases on parchment paper-lined baking pans.
2. As the sauce, evenly distribute the pumpkin puree over the bases.
3. Over the layer of pumpkin, scatter the chickpeas.
4. Add the cherry tomatoes, red onion, prawns, and mozzarella cheese.

Step 3: Bake the Pizzas

1. The pizzas should be baked in a preheated oven for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the dough is golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbling.

Step 4: Garnish and Serve

1. After taking the pizzas out of the oven, allow them to cool a little.
2. For added spiciness, garnish with fresh rocket leaves and chili flakes.
3. Cut into slices and reheat up.

Tips for Best Results

• You may save time by using precooked prawns, which will reheat up wonderfully in the oven.
• For an additional layer of cheesy taste, sprinkle grated Parmesan on top.
• Before serving, sprinkle some chile oil over the pizza if you like a hotter kick.

Nutritional Benefits

• Pumpkin: High in fiber, vitamin C, and beta-carotene.
• Chickpeas: Rich in nutritious carbs and plant-based protein.
• Prawns: Rich in lean protein, omega-3 fatty acids, and vital elements, and low in calories.

Serving Suggestions

• For a full dinner, serve with a balsamic vinaigrette and a crisp green salad.
• Serve with a slice of lemon and chilled sparkling water or a light white wine like Sauvignon Blanc.

Savor this delicious Pumpkin and Chickpea Pizza with Prawns, a unique and wholesome twist on a universally loved comfort meal!