Diva Licious Pesto Pizza
Elevate your pizza night with the bold and flavorful Diva Licious Pesto Pizza! This gourmet twist on a classic features a golden, crispy crust generously slathered with vibrant basil pesto and layered with gooey mozzarella cheese. Sweet bursts of roasted cherry tomatoes and a finishing drizzle of olive oil add a touch of elegance. After baking to perfection, the pizza is crowned with a refreshing arugula and Parmesan salad, providing the perfect balance of creamy, zesty, and peppery flavors. Ready in just under 30 minutes, this crowd-pleasing recipe is as quick as it is irresistible. Whether you're hosting a dinner party or indulging in a weeknight upgrade, this pesto pizza is a show-stopping choice for pizza lovers everywhere. Keywords: pesto pizza recipe, quick gourmet pizza, basil pesto pizza, arugula pizza topping, homemade pizza ideas.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 ball (enough for a 12-inch pizza) Pizza dough
- 0.33 cup Basil pesto
- 1.5 cups Shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 1 cup Arugula
- 0.25 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C) and place a pizza stone or baking sheet inside to heat up.
Roll out the pizza dough on a lightly floured surface to form a 12-inch circle. Transfer the dough to a piece of parchment paper for easy handling.
Spread the basil pesto evenly over the surface of the dough, leaving a 1/2-inch border around the edges.
Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese over the pesto layer, ensuring even coverage.
Cut the cherry tomatoes in half and scatter them across the mozzarella layer, cut-side up.
Drizzle the olive oil over the top of the pizza for added flavor and browning.
Using the parchment paper, carefully transfer the pizza onto the hot pizza stone or baking sheet. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the crust is crispy and golden, and the cheese is bubbly.
While the pizza is baking, toss the arugula with the grated Parmesan, a pinch of salt, and black pepper in a small bowl.
Once the pizza is done, remove it from the oven and let it cool for a minute or two.
Top the pizza with the arugula mixture and, if desired, sprinkle with crushed red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.
Slice the pizza into wedges and serve immediately. Enjoy your Diva Licious Pesto Pizza with flair!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1692 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 95.8 g | 123% | |
| Saturated Fat | 33.8 g | 169% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 160 mg | 53% | |
| Sodium | 3723 mg | 162% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 122.5 g | 45% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.6 g | 41% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.7 g | ||
| Protein | 83.6 g | 167% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1817 mg | 140% | |
| Iron | 9.1 mg | 51% | |
| Potassium | 1094 mg | 23% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
