Tomato and Mozzarella Pesto Pizza
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5.0
36 reviews
Excellent
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Prep Time
20 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Total Time
32 mins
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Servings
4 servings
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Calories
439 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Italian
Tomato and Mozzarella Pesto Pizza
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Pesto Pizza is the perfect delicious change from a regular Pizza Margherita, a creamy Pesto makes the perfect base, then topped with slices of fresh tomatoes and shredded mozzarella. Pizza night never tasted so good!
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Ingredients
- 1 pizza dough (either a good store bought or homemade)
- 5 tablespoons Arugula Pesto (or basil if you prefer)
- 1 cup shredded firm mozzarella
- 2-3 ripe but firm tomatoes
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pinch salt
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Instructions
- Make homemade Pizza Dough as per instructions, let dough** rest for approximately 15-20 minutes before rolling
- Pre heat oven to 425 F (220 C).
- Shape the dough into a lightly greased pizza or cookie sheet, spread the Arugula Pesto or Basil Pesto (if you prefer) on top, then top with shredded mozzarella and sliced tomatoes. Drizzle with a tablespoon of olive oil and sprinkle with a little salt. Bake for approximately 10-12 minutes or until crust is baked and cheese is melted. Let sit 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy!
- **Whether store bought or homemade pizza dough should rest for approximately 20 minutes before shaping into a round or oval shape. It keeps the dough from springing back when shaping.
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Nutrition Information
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Calories
439kcal
(22%)
Carbohydrates
51g
(17%)
Protein
15g
(30%)
Fat
19g
(29%)
Saturated Fat
6g
(30%)
Cholesterol
23mg
(8%)
Sodium
1060mg
(44%)
Potassium
167mg
(5%)
Fiber
2g
(8%)
Sugar
8g
(16%)
Vitamin A
1080IU
(22%)
Vitamin C
8.4mg
(9%)
Calcium
178mg
(18%)
Iron
3mg
(17%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 439 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 439kcal | 22% |
| Carbohydrates | 51g | 17% |
| Protein | 15g | 30% |
| Fat | 19g | 29% |
| Saturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Cholesterol | 23mg | 8% |
| Sodium | 1060mg | 44% |
| Potassium | 167mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 8g | 16% |
| Vitamin A | 1080IU | 22% |
| Vitamin C | 8.4mg | 9% |
| Calcium | 178mg | 18% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5.0
36 reviews
Excellent
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