Flavorful Bruschetta Flatbread Pizza Recipe with Pesto
A light yet satisfying flatbread pizza topped with juicy tomatoes, fragrant basil, and creamy pesto, perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Appetizer
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
- Flatbread (store-bought or homemade, e.g., naan or thin flatbread)
- Roma or cherry tomatoes, diced
- Fresh basil leaves, chopped
- Pesto (store-bought or homemade)
- Fresh garlic, minced
- Extra virgin olive oil
- Balsamic glaze (optional)
- Salt
- Pepper
- Shredded mozzarella (optional, or dairy-free cheese)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Place the flatbread on a baking sheet and set aside.
- In a mixing bowl, combine diced tomatoes, minced garlic, chopped basil, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Toss until evenly coated and let it sit for 5-10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- Spread a thin layer of pesto over the flatbread, leaving a small border around the edges. Spoon the bruschetta mixture evenly over the pesto. If desired, sprinkle shredded mozzarella on top.
- Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges of the flatbread are golden and crispy. If using cheese, it should be melted and bubbly.
- Remove the flatbread from the oven and drizzle with balsamic glaze if desired. Slice into portions and serve warm.
Notes
[‘Drain excess liquid from tomatoes to prevent soggy flatbread.’, ‘Pre-toast flatbread for 2-3 minutes for extra crispiness.’, ‘Customize pesto with lemon or Parmesan for added flavor.’, ‘Reheat leftovers in an oven or toaster oven to restore crispiness.’]
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 3
- Sodium: 400
- Fat: 10
- Saturated Fat: 3
- Carbohydrates: 28
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 8
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