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Pizza ai Cipollotti with scallions and cheese
Italian pizza with scallions and mozzarella

Caramelized Scallion White Pizza

Author: Flavelo
Recipes Vegetarian & Vegan Dishes Main Courses
"Cipollotti" is the Italian word for spring onions. This pizza is a masterpiece of "cucina povera" (peasant cooking), showcasing how a humble vegetable can be transformed into a royal dish. During cooking, the onions lose their sharp bite, softening and becoming sweet, which creates a complex flavor profile when paired with salty cheeses.
🕒 Prep Time 20 mins
🍳 Cook Time 15 mins
⌛ Total Time 35 mins
🍽️ Servings 2 servings
🔥 Calories 720 kcal
🌍 Cuisine Italian

Ingredients

Equipment Needed

  • Cutting board and sharp knife
  • Skillet
  • Pizza stone or baking sheet

Allergen Information

⚠️ Wheat
⚠️ Milk

Instructions

1 ✓

Slice the scallions into rings and mince the garlic.

Tip: Use the green parts of the onion too; they are full of flavor and color!
2 ✓

In a skillet with a little olive oil, sauté the onions for 2-3 minutes, just until they wilt.

Tip: Pre-cooking is important because the onions would burn in the oven before they softened. This way, they become silky.
3 ✓

Roll out the dough and brush lightly with olive oil.

Tip: This is a "white pizza" (pizza bianca) base; tomato sauce would overpower the delicate onion flavor.
4 ✓

Spread the prepared onion mixture over the dough.

Tip: Spread it evenly so there's some in every bite.
5 ✓

Sprinkle with Parmesan, then cover with mozzarella slices.

Tip: The salty Parmesan perfectly balances the sweetness of the cooked onions.
6 ✓

Bake at 425°F (220°C) for 12-15 minutes, until golden brown.

Tip: Watch the protruding onion pieces; if they brown too much, lower the heat.
7 ✓

Garnish with fresh basil before serving.

Tip: The freshness of the herb lifts the rich, savory onion profile.

Recipe FAQ

Will it smell like onions?
The heat treatment (sautéing and baking) breaks down most of the sulfur compounds responsible for the pungent odor and sharpness, resulting in a much milder flavor.
Can I use red onions?
Yes, but scallions have a more tender and fresh taste. Red onions will result in a sweeter, more jam-like finish.

Ingredients

  • 10 oz Pizza Dough
  • 1 bunch Scallions (Green Onions), including greens
  • 7 oz Fresh Mozzarella Cheese
  • 2 oz Parmesan Cheese
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil
  • 10 leaves Fresh Basil
  • 2 cloves Garlic
  • 1 pinch Salt
  • 1 pinch Black Pepper