Pesto Flatbread Pizza
Pesto Flatbread Pizza is a vibrant and flavorful dish that brings the essence of summer to your dining table. With a crisp flatbread base, aromatic basil pesto, and a melty cheese topping adorned with fresh vegetables, this pizza is perfect for quick weeknight meals or casual gatherings. Easy to customize, it invites creativity with every slice while delivering a satisfying crunch and rich taste in each bite.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4 slices 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large flatbread (store-bought or homemade)
- 1/2 cup fresh basil pesto
- 1 cup shredded whole milk mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 2 tbsp high-quality olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Place the flatbread on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Spread the basil pesto evenly over the flatbread, leaving a small border.
- Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese over the pesto.
- Scatter halved cherry tomatoes on top.
- Drizzle with olive oil for added flavor.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 265
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 410mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: For extra crunch, pre-bake the flatbread for 5 minutes before adding toppings. Swap pesto with sun-dried tomato spread or add proteins like grilled chicken for variations. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days; reheat at 350°F (175°C) for about 5-7 minutes.