Pesto Pizza with Sliced Tomatoes
Transform your pizza night with this vibrant and flavorful Pesto Pizza with Sliced Tomatoes! This recipe swaps traditional red sauce for aromatic pesto, creating a rich, herbaceous base that pairs beautifully with creamy fresh mozzarella and the natural sweetness of thinly sliced ripe tomatoes. A sprinkle of Parmesan cheese, a drizzle of olive oil, and a touch of salt and pepper elevate every bite, while fresh basil adds a burst of color and irresistible freshness. Perfectly baked on a golden, crispy crust, this pizza comes together in just 35 minutes, making it an ideal option for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings. Whether you're a pizza lover or a pesto enthusiast, this recipe delivers gourmet-level flavor with minimal effort!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 package (or homemade ball, approx. 1 lb) Pizza dough
- 0.5 cup Pesto sauce
- 8 ounces Fresh mozzarella cheese
- 2 medium, thinly sliced Tomatoes
- 0.25 cup, grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 0.25 cup Fresh basil leaves
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C) and place a pizza stone or baking sheet inside to heat.
On a floured surface, roll out the pizza dough to your desired thickness (approximately 12 inches in diameter for a medium pizza) and transfer it to a piece of parchment paper for easy handling.
Spread the pesto sauce evenly across the surface of the dough, leaving about 1-inch of space around the edges for the crust.
Tear the fresh mozzarella into small pieces and evenly distribute them over the pesto layer.
Arrange the thinly sliced tomatoes on top of the mozzarella, slightly overlapping them if needed.
Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese over the top, followed by a drizzle of olive oil.
Season the pizza with salt and black pepper to taste.
Carefully transfer the parchment paper with the pizza onto the preheated pizza stone or baking sheet in the oven.
Bake for 12–15 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly and slightly browned.
Remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool for 2–3 minutes before garnishing with fresh basil leaves.
Slice the pizza into wedges and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
699 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 41.8 g | 54% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.5 g | 67% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 41 mg | 14% | |
| Sodium | 1280 mg | 56% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 53.3 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.3 g | 19% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.0 g | ||
| Protein | 27.8 g | 56% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 444 mg | 34% | |
| Iron | 4.2 mg | 23% | |
| Potassium | 379 mg | 8% | |
*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.
