When you’re craving a meal with a refreshing twist, look no further than this potato pizza with eggs and herby green sauce from recipe developer, Jelena Lozo (@der_kulinarische_donnerstag). Combining hearty potatoes, eggs and cured meat with a chilled, herbaceous sauce, this German-inspired pizza is perfect for spring and summer. Not only does it pack a ton of flavor, but it also pays homage to a beloved German combination: grüne sosse, a traditional herb-based blend originating from the regions of Hesse and Frankfurt.

The classic version is made by blending equal amounts of parsley, chives, chervil (commonly used in French cuisine and with a mild, anise-like flavor), borage (a plant native to the Mediterranean with a mild cucumber taste), sorrel (often used in soups, the leaves have a pleasing, acidic bite), garden cress (used as a garnish, it has a pungent and peppery flavor similar to watercress), and burnet (an herb whose leaves have a slightly tangy kick) with sour cream or yogurt and other seasonings. The result is a tangy, creamy sauce with a vibrant green hue. 

If you can’t find all of these fresh herbs at your local market, Jelena suggests choosing those based on your personal preferences and what’s available, allowing the pie to mirror the abundance of spring and summer, no matter wherever you live. Cheesy, flavorful and bursting with freshness, why not elevate your next pizza with an ode to Germany’s famed sauce?