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Pesto Pizza

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Pesto Pizza is a flavorful and vibrant alternative to traditional red sauce pizza, featuring a rich basil pesto base, melty cheese, and fresh toppings like cherry tomatoes, red onion, and basil. Quick to prepare and endlessly customizable, it’s perfect for weeknights or entertaining.

Ingredients

  • 1 ball pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
  • 1/3 cup basil pesto (store-bought or homemade)
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/4 small red onion, thinly sliced
  • 2 oz fresh mozzarella or burrata (optional)
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
  • Fresh basil leaves, for garnish
  • Crushed red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 475°F (245°C) with a pizza stone or baking sheet inside.
  2. Roll out pizza dough on a floured surface to your desired thickness.
  3. Transfer the rolled dough to a piece of parchment paper.
  4. Spread a thin layer of pesto over the dough, leaving a small border.
  5. Top with shredded mozzarella, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and optional fresh mozzarella.
  6. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with grated Parmesan.
  7. Carefully transfer the parchment with the pizza to the hot baking surface.
  8. Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until the crust is golden and cheese is bubbly.
  9. Remove from oven and let cool slightly. Garnish with fresh basil and red pepper flakes if desired.
  10. Slice and serve warm.

Notes

Use high-quality store-bought or homemade pesto for best flavor.Pre-cook any raw meat toppings before adding.For a quick option, use pre-baked flatbread or naan as the base.Don’t overload with toppings to keep the crust crisp.Pesto can be substituted with arugula or sun-dried tomato versions for variety.

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