Balsamic Veggie Flatbread Pizza
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
45 mins
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Total Time
55 mins
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Servings
1 serving
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Calories
810 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Balsamic Veggie Flatbread Pizza
Description
This flatbread pizza begins by preparing beets either roasted or boiled, allowing you to choose a cooking method based on preference or convenience. While the beets cook, a garlic-herb olive oil mixture is made with minced garlic, salt, oregano, and parsley, which is spread on naan bread to add aromatic undertones and moisture to the base.
After spreading the garlic oil, half the crumbled feta or goat cheese is layered on the flatbread, followed by slices of cooked beets and heirloom tomatoes. Baking the assembled flatbread at a moderate temperature melts the cheese slightly and heats the vegetables. Once baked, fresh arugula and a drizzle of balsamic glaze are added to provide a peppery bite and subtle sweetness, respectively.
This flatbread offers a balanced blend of sweet, savory, and tangy elements with a tender and slightly crisp crust. It is suitable as a light lunch, appetizer, or snack, especially during warmer months when beets can be pre-cooked in advance for quick preparation.
Ingredients
- 1 beet (leaves and stem removed)
- 1 tsp garlic mix in 1/8 tsp salt to the garlic, minced
- 2 TBSP extra virgin olive oil
- 1/8-1/4 tsp parsley dried
- oregano a pinch
- 1 Naan flatbread or fluffy pita bread, garlic
- ⅓ cup feta cheese crumbled, or goat cheese
- ½ cup arugula baby
- 2-3 heirloom tomato quartered, thin slices
- 1 tsp balsamic glaze sweet
Instructions
- Grab your beet [or beets if you're cooking a few to nosh on throughout the week!] and get cooking! I'll post my two favorite cooking methods and let you decide which you use! Roasting is great if you're head over heels for roasted veggies and boiling is perfect for a hot summer day where you don't want to heat the kitchen to sauna-like proportions. See post below for both techniques.
- While your beets are roasting in the oven or boiling away on the stove, make your garlic spread. Combine minced and smashed garlic with a pinch of salt, olive oil, oregano, and parsley. Whisk and let it sit so the herbs and garlic infuse into the olive oil. This also makes a stellar dip for crusty baguettes.
- Preheat your oven or toaster oven to 350 degrees F and spread the garlicky herbed olive oil on your naan before you attempt to drink the entire bowl.
- Top with half the feta or goat cheese and add your beets and half of the sliced tomatoes.
- Bake for about 15 minutes, directly on the rack, until the crust is golden and crisp.
- Top with arugula and remaining tomato and feta and drizzle with a hearty tablespoon or so of sweet balsamic reduction.
- Dig in!
Notes
- Prepare beets ahead of time by roasting or boiling for quicker assembly during the week.
- Adjust the amount of garlic and herbs in the olive oil spread to suit your taste preferences.
- Use naan or soft pita bread as the flatbread base; garlic-flavored options enhance the flavor.
- The balsamic glaze should be drizzled lightly to avoid overpowering the other ingredients.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 1serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 810 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 810kcal | 41% |
| Carbohydrates | 74g | 25% |
| Protein | 19g | 38% |
| Fat | 49g | 75% |
| Saturated Fat | 13g | 65% |
| Cholesterol | 54mg | 18% |
| Sodium | 1474mg | 61% |
| Potassium | 376mg | 8% |
| Fiber | 5g | 20% |
| Sugar | 14g | 28% |
| Vitamin A | 704IU | 14% |
| Vitamin C | 11mg | 12% |
| Calcium | 354mg | 35% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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