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Zucchini, ricotta, hazelnut flatbread

Grilled Zucchini, Ricotta, and Hazelnut Flatbread

Prep Time 2 hours
Cook Time 15 minutes
Course Appetizer
Cuisine Mediterranean
Servings 6 People

Equipment

  • Grill

Ingredients
  

Flatbread Dough (Makes 3 flatbreads)

  • 1 Cup Bread Flour
  • 1 Cup All Purpose Flour
  • 1 Teaspoon Kosher Salt
  • 1 Packet Fast Acting Yeast
  • 1 Cup Whole Milk
  • 1/2 Teaspoon Sugar
  • 1 Tablespoon Olive Oil for brushing prior to grilling

Toppings

  • 3 Large Zucchini Sliced into approximately ΒΌ inch rounds
  • 12 Ounces Whole Milk Ricotta
  • 3/4 Cup Hazelnuts Chopped
  • 1/4 Cup Fresh Basil Chopped
  • 1/4 Cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • Sea Salt for Topping
  • 1 Teaspoon Black Pepper

Instructions
 

  • Combine the flours and salt into a large mixing bowl or bowl for your standing mixer.
  • Combine the milk with the sugar and microwave for about 30 seconds to warm it slightly. Stir to dissolve the sugar, then add the yeast packet.
  • Allow the yeast to proof for 1-2 minutes. You should see a bubbly foam forming. If this does not occur, your yeast may be old or no longer active.
  • Once the yeast has proofed, you can add it to your flour mixture and knead using the dough hook attachment or by hand for about 5-6 minutes.
  • The dough should be soft and stick to itself. If it feels dry, you can add 1 tablespoon of water as needed until the desired consistency is reached. Cover with plastic wrap or damp towel and let rise for about 1-2 hours or until the dough has doubled in size.
  • While the dough is proofing, toss your zucchini in about 1/4 cup of olive oil, 1 teaspoon of kosher salt, and 1 teaspoon of black pepper.
  • Get your grill ready, you want it reaching medium-high heat.
  • Grill the zucchini for about 2 minutes on each side then remove from the grill and set aside.
  • Once the dough is done proofing, divide it into 3 equal parts. Using a rolling pin, roll them out until about 1/8 inch thick. Brush with some olive oil and sprinkle on some salt before adding onto the grill.
  • Gently place onto the grill (using a pizza paddle helps) and cook for about 1-2 minutes on each side or until charred and bubbled up.
  • Remove from the heat and allow to cool slightly. Then spread the ricotta in an even layer, followed by the grilled zucchini, chopped hazelnuts, and fresh basil. Top off with a drizzle of olive oil and sea salt. Repeat with the other 2 remaining flatbreads.