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Vegetable Calzones

Cultural Context

Calzones originated in Italy, particularly in Naples, as a convenient way to enjoy pizza fillings on the go. Traditionally filled with meats and cheeses, modern variations embrace vegetables, making them a popular choice for vegetarians. Today, calzones are enjoyed worldwide, often customized with various fillings to suit local tastes.

ItalianITmain
45 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium onion, chopped
1 clove garlic, minced
Pinch of crushed red pepper, optional
1 1/2 cups broccoli florets, cut into small pieces
1 packed cup baby spinach, chopped
1 cup ricotta
1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan
Salt and pepper
1 pound store-bought pizza dough, divided into 4 portions
1 large egg

ricotta cheese

🥗Healthier: cottage cheese

💰Cheaper: cream cheese

Cottage cheese provides similar creaminess with fewer calories.

mozzarella cheese

🥗Healthier: part-skim mozzarella

💰Cheaper: provolone cheese

Provolone can be less expensive while still melting well.

parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: grana padano

Grana padano offers a similar flavor at a lower price.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is often less expensive and has a neutral flavor.

1

Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.

2

Add chopped onion and minced garlic; sauté until soft.

3

Stir in broccoli florets and chopped spinach; cook until vegetables are tender.

4

In a bowl, combine ricotta, mozzarella, grated Parmesan, salt, and pepper.

5

Mix in sautéed vegetables until well combined.

6

Divide pizza dough into 4 portions and roll each into a circle.

7

Place a generous scoop of filling on one half of each dough circle.

8

Fold the other half over the filling and press to seal edges tightly.

9

Brush tops with olive oil and make small slits for steam to escape.

10

Bake calzones in preheated oven until golden brown.

Cooking Techniques

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Equipment Needed

skilletmixing bowlbaking sheetrolling pin

Spice Level:

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Allergens

milkeggswheat

Also Known As

Calzone VegetaleStuffed Pizza
Local Name: Calzoni vegetali

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