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Pesto Pizza

Delicious Pesto Pizza with Roasted Tomatoes for Easy Dinners

This Pesto Pizza is a quick summer dinner that celebrates fresh flavors, topped with roasted tomatoes and gooey mozzarella.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 1 hour
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Dough
  • 1 cup Cornmeal Dust this on the baking surface to prevent sticking and enhance crispiness.
  • 1 pound Pizza Dough Homemade or store-bought.
Toppings
  • ½ cup Basil Pesto Flavorful foundation for your pizza.
  • 8 ounces Fresh Mozzarella Cheese Torn into pieces.
  • 1 cup Roasted Cherry Tomatoes Adds sweetness; roasting improves flavor.
  • 1 cup Fresh Basil Used for garnish.
  • to taste Red Pepper Flakes Adds heat; adjust to taste.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • Blender
  • fork

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 500°F (260°C) for about 15 minutes.
  2. Dust a baking sheet with cornmeal and stretch the pizza dough into an oval shape, about 12 inches long.
  3. Poke holes in the dough with a fork and par-bake for 5 minutes.
  4. Brush 2 tablespoons of basil pesto over the crust.
  5. Scatter torn mozzarella over the pesto, followed by roasted cherry tomatoes.
  6. Return to the oven and bake for 6 to 8 minutes until golden brown.
  7. Garnish with fresh basil and red pepper flakes, slice, and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 12gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Pair with a side salad for a complete meal or check out other pizza variations.

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