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Tuna Pizza with Onions and Black Olives

If you’re a fan of meat on pizza, why not try it with a seafood twist? Yellowfin tuna adds a meaty and salty profile, complementing the sweetness of the fresh mozzarella and red onion.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
35 mins
Servings: 4 (makes one 14-inch pizza)
Calories: 4875 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian

Ingredients

  • 1 (14-inch) Neapolitan-style pizza crust
  • 2 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 garlic clove, crushed
  • 1 (14-ounce) can crushed San Marzano tomatoes
  • 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
  • 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
  • 2 to 3 fresh basil leaves
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning (optional)
For Topping
  • 8 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese
  • 1 small red onion
  • 1/8 cup black or kalamata olives
  • 1 (5-ounce) can yellowfin tuna (olive oil-packed preferred)
Optional Garnishes
  • Drizzle of extra virgin olive oil
  • 4 to 5 fresh basil leaves

Instructions

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  1. Preheat the oven to 450°F. If you’re using a pizza stone, make sure to put it into the oven to preheat.
To Make the Sauce
  1. Season the crushed tomatoes. Add the olive oil to a saucepan and heat to medium-low. When the oil shimmers, add the garlic and let simmer until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add the tomatoes, salt, sugar, basil leaves, and Italian seasoning (if desired) and stir.
  2. Simmer. Lower the heat and let simmer uncovered for 15 minutes, then remove from heat. Let cool slightly before adding to the pizza crust.
While the Sauce Simmers, Ready the Toppings
  1. Get your ingredients ready. Tear or slice the mozzarella cheese into approximately 1-inch thick pieces; open the can of tuna and set aside (do not drain); thinly slice the onion; quarter the olives.
  2. Prep the crust. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper (or dust with flour, cornmeal, or semolina) to prevent sticking, then place the pizza crust on top.
To Build and Bake the Pizza
  1. Build the pizza. Begin by adding 1 1/2 cups sauce, leaving a small border for the crust, followed by the cheese. Use a fork to remove the tuna in large pieces and place them uniformly onto the pizza. Finish by evenly distributing the onions and olives.
  2. Bake the pizza. Transfer the pizza (including the parchment paper, if using) onto the pizza stone. Alternatively, place the baking sheet onto the middle oven rack. Bake for 9 to 12 minutes (depending on your oven and doneness preference), or until the cheese begins to bubble and the crust is golden brown.
  3. Serve. Remove from the oven. Optionally, finish by a drizzling on olive oil and tearing on the basil leaves.

Notes

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  • olive oil
  • and olives used in this recipe.
  • , remove them by hitting the olive with the side of your knife and your palm.
  • To reheat: Reheat at 450°F directly on the oven rack or on a pizza stone for approximately 3 to 4 minutes, or until the cheese is slightly bubbling.
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  • If your olives have pits, remove them by hitting the olive with the side of your knife and your palm.
  • To store: Stack the cooled slices of pizza in an airtight food storage container, separating each slice with parchment or wax paper. Refrigerate for up to 3 days.
  • To reheat: Reheat at 450°F directly on the oven rack or on a pizza stone for approximately 3 to 4 minutes, or until the cheese is slightly bubbling.

Nutrition Information

Calories 487.5kcal (24%) Carbohydrates 51.6g (17%) Protein 28.5g (57%) Fat 18.8g (29%) Saturated Fat 8.7g (44%) Polyunsaturated Fat 1.6g Monounsaturated Fat 5.7g Cholesterol 60.1mg (20%) Sodium 1513.3mg (63%) Potassium 160.6mg (5%) Fiber 2.1g (8%) Sugar 8.8g (18%) Vitamin A 425.2IU (9%) Vitamin C 2.1mg (2%) Calcium 302.8mg (30%) Iron 3.7mg (21%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4(makes one 14-inch pizza)

Amount Per Serving

Calories 4875

% Daily Value*

Calories 487.5kcal 24%
Carbohydrates 51.6g 17%
Protein 28.5g 57%
Fat 18.8g 29%
Saturated Fat 8.7g 44%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.6g 9%
Monounsaturated Fat 5.7g 29%
Cholesterol 60.1mg 20%
Sodium 1513.3mg 63%
Potassium 160.6mg 3%
Fiber 2.1g 8%
Sugar 8.8g 18%
Vitamin A 425.2IU 9%
Vitamin C 2.1mg 2%
Calcium 302.8mg 30%
Iron 3.7mg 21%

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