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Pesto Pizza

Pesto Pizza Bliss: Savory Summer Treats in Every Bite

Enjoy a Pesto Pizza that captures summer with roasted cherry tomatoes and basil pesto in every bite.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1 cup Cornmeal Prevents the dough from sticking during preparation.
  • 1 pound Pizza Dough Use homemade or store-bought.
For the Toppings
  • 1/2 cup Basil Pesto Aim for a looser consistency with ½ cup olive oil.
  • 8 ounces Fresh Mozzarella Cheese Torn into pieces for even distribution.
  • 1 cup Roasted Cherry Tomatoes Roasting enhances their sweetness.
  • 1 cup Fresh Basil For added freshness and as a garnish.
  • 1 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes Adjust to your preferred spice level.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • baking sheet
  • Fork
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 500°F (260°C).
  2. Dust a baking sheet with cornmeal and stretch the pizza dough into a 12-inch oval shape, poking holes across the surface.
  3. Par-bake the crust for 5 minutes until edges start to set.
  4. Spread 2 tablespoons of basil pesto over the crust, then add torn mozzarella and roasted cherry tomatoes.
  5. Bake the topped pizza for 6 to 8 minutes until the crust is golden brown.
  6. Drizzle additional pesto, sprinkle fresh basil and red pepper flakes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 12gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use room temperature dough for better stretch and avoid overcrowding the pizza with toppings.

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