Wood-Fired Pizza with Burrata and Charred Broccoli Rabe

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Thin-crust pizza topped with creamy burrata cheese, bitter charred broccoli rabe, and garlic-infused olive oil. This italian-inspired pizza (vegetarian) ready in about 35 minutes pairs pizza dough, burrata cheese, bunch broccoli rabe for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 520 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 20 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Italian cuisine 520 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat wood-fired oven or conventional oven to 500°F with pizza stone inside for at least 45 minutes.
  2. Step 2: Blanch 1 bunch broccoli rabe in boiling salted water for 2 minutes until bright green, then plunge into ice water. Drain and pat dry.
  3. Step 3: Heat 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add 3 minced garlic cloves and 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes, sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add broccoli rabe and cook for 4-5 minutes until slightly charred and tender. Season with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
  4. Step 4: Stretch or roll out 1 lb pizza dough into a 12-inch round on a floured surface.
  5. Step 5: Transfer dough to a pizza peel dusted with flour. Drizzle 1 tbsp olive oil over the dough and spread evenly.
  6. Step 6: Scatter the charred broccoli rabe evenly over the dough. Tear 8 oz burrata cheese into pieces and distribute over the top.
  7. Step 7: Slide pizza onto preheated stone and bake for 8-10 minutes until crust is golden and cheese is melted.
  8. Step 8: Remove pizza from oven, drizzle with a little more olive oil if desired, and serve immediately.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Wood-Fired Pizza with Burrata and Charred Broccoli Rabe take to make?

Total time is about 35 minutes (20 min prep + 15 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Wood-Fired Pizza with Burrata and Charred Broccoli Rabe?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep pizza dough from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Wood-Fired Pizza with Burrata and Charred Broccoli Rabe?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Wood-Fired Pizza with Burrata and Charred Broccoli Rabe for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

Is Wood-Fired Pizza with Burrata and Charred Broccoli Rabe vegetarian?

Yes — this recipe is tagged vegetarian based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.

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