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Cheesy Broccoli Kale Pesto Pizza
5 from 18 votes

Cheesy Broccoli Kale Pesto Pizza

The Cheesy Broccoli Kale Pesto Pizza uses naan bread as a base topped with a garlic-infused olive oil, pesto, and a combination of mozzarella, cheddar, and Parmesan cheeses. The broccoli and kale are briefly blanched or sautéed to tender the vegetables while preserving their color and flavor. The final bake melts the cheese and crisps the edges, producing a flatbread pizza with fresh herbaceous and slightly nutty notes from the pesto, balanced with mild cheese melt and verdant vegetables.

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
18 mins
Total Time
23 mins
Servings: 3 servings
Calories: 482 kcal
Course: Main Course

Ingredients

  • 3 Naan or pita; fluffy flatbreads
  • 1.5 TBSP olive oil
  • 2 tsp garlic minced
  • salt to taste
  • black pepper to taste
  • 2 cups broccoli 6-8 ounces, florets
  • 1-2 cups kale chopped
  • 2-3 TBSP pesto (homemade or store bought)
  • ¾ cup mozzarella cheese
  • ½ cup cheddar cheese or fontina, gouda, or gruyere cheese
  • ¼ cup Parmesan Cheese
  • ⅛ tsp red pepper flakes optional, crushed, for topping

Instructions

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  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  2. Arrange flatbread on a foil lined baking sheet.
  3. Combine olive oil and minced garlic, spread evenly on each.
  4. Bake 8 minutes.
  5. While your flatbread bakes, fill a pot or skillet with 1 cup of water and bring to a boil. Quickly blanch your kale and broccoli for 1 minute. Drain and remove from heat. (You can also sauté them in a little butter or oil if preferred over blanching!) Season with salt and pepper as desired.
  6. Once flatbread are ready, spread generously with pesto and top with a little bit of the cheese. Add your veggies and remaining cheese on top.
  7. Bake for an additional 10-12 minutes, or until perfectly hot and melty.
  8. Top with crushed red pepper flakes (optional + spicy!) or an additional sprinkle of parmesan cheese if desired. Crumbled feta also makes a tasty topper! Dive in and enjoy!

Notes

  • Spinach can replace kale if preferred, offering a similar texture and flavor for the pizza.
  • This recipe makes three personal-sized pizzas, ideal for sharing or individual servings.

Nutrition Information

Calories 482kcal (24%) Carbohydrates 40g (13%) Protein 22g (44%) Fat 26g (40%) Saturated Fat 10g (50%) Cholesterol 48mg (16%) Sodium 850mg (35%) Potassium 408mg (9%) Fiber 3g (12%) Sugar 2g (4%) Vitamin A 3278IU (66%) Vitamin C 81mg (90%) Calcium 506mg (51%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 3 servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 482

% Daily Value*

Calories 482kcal 24%
Carbohydrates 40g 13%
Protein 22g 44%
Fat 26g 40%
Saturated Fat 10g 50%
Cholesterol 48mg 16%
Sodium 850mg 35%
Potassium 408mg 9%
Fiber 3g 12%
Sugar 2g 4%
Vitamin A 3278IU 66%
Vitamin C 81mg 90%
Calcium 506mg 51%
Iron 2mg 11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.