Mini Pizzas Offer an Unexpected, yet Delicious Flavor Combo

The combination of toppings might sound strange but they taste delicious together.

Take pizza night to another level with these party-style pizzettes. Blaine Moats/TNS

These cute mini pizzas are topped with asparagus, walnuts, mint, orange and smoked mozzarella cheese for what may sound like an unusual combination of pizza toppings, but try it for yourself. The mix puts a downright delicious spin on pizza night.

Asparagus and Smoked Mozzarella Pizzettes

Active Time: 30 minutes Total Time: 30 minutes

Serves 6

• 1 pound prepared whole-wheat pizza dough, at room temperature
• 12 ounces thin asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
• 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
• 1/4 teaspoon salt plus 1/8 teaspoon, divided
• 1 cup shredded smoked mozzarella cheese
• 1/3 cup thinly sliced scallions
• 2 tablespoons chopped toasted walnuts
• Handful of fresh mint leaves, torn
• Zest of 1 orange

Position racks in upper and lower thirds of oven; preheat to 500 degrees F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.