Wood-Fired Pizza with Burrata, Prosciutto, and Arugula
Thin-crust pizza baked to perfection topped with creamy burrata, delicate prosciutto, and fresh peppery arugula for a bright, balanced flavor. This italian-inspired pizza ready in about 27 minutes pairs pizza dough, olive oil, shredded mozzarella cheese 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.
Ingredients
- 1 lb pizza dough
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 6 oz, shredded mozzarella cheese
- 8 oz burrata cheese
- 4 oz prosciutto slices
- 2 cups arugula leaves
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- to taste salt
- to taste black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 500°F with a pizza stone inside for at least 30 minutes to mimic wood-fired heat. On a floured surface, stretch 1 lb pizza dough into a 12-inch circle.
- Step 2: Brush the dough lightly with 2 tbsp olive oil, then evenly spread 6 oz shredded mozzarella over the surface, leaving a 1-inch border.
- Step 3: Transfer the pizza onto the hot stone and bake for 8-10 minutes until the crust is golden and cheese is bubbly and slightly browned.
- Step 4: Remove pizza from oven and immediately scatter 8 oz torn burrata cheese and 4 oz prosciutto slices over the top.
- Step 5: In a small bowl, toss 2 cups arugula with 1 tbsp lemon juice and a pinch of salt and black pepper. Add the dressed arugula atop the pizza just before serving for a fresh peppery bite.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Wood-Fired Pizza with Burrata, Prosciutto, and Arugula take to make?
Total time is about 27 minutes (15 min prep + 12 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, Prosciutto, and Arugula?
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, Prosciutto, and Arugula?
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, Prosciutto, and Arugula 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.
What goes well with Wood-Fired Pizza with Burrata, Prosciutto, and Arugula?
Italian pizza like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.