Pesto and Cheese Pizza

Vegetarian
Health score
4%
Pesto and Cheese Pizza
45 min.
8
383kcal

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Are you ready to elevate your pizza night with a delightful twist? Introducing our Pesto and Cheese Pizza, a vibrant vegetarian dish that’s sure to impress your family and friends! This pizza combines the rich, aromatic flavors of basil pesto with the gooey goodness of mozzarella cheese, creating a mouthwatering experience that will have everyone coming back for seconds.

In just 45 minutes, you can whip up this delicious main course that serves eight, making it perfect for gatherings or a cozy family dinner. The colorful medley of yellow, red, and green bell peppers not only adds a pop of color but also a fresh crunch that complements the creamy cheese and savory pesto beautifully. With each slice, you’ll enjoy a perfect balance of flavors and textures, from the crispy crust to the melty cheese.

Whether you’re looking for a satisfying lunch, a hearty dinner, or a standout dish for your next get-together, this Pesto and Cheese Pizza is the answer. Plus, with a caloric count of 383 kcal per serving, you can indulge without the guilt! So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to create a pizza masterpiece that will tantalize your taste buds and leave everyone raving about your culinary skills!

Ingredients

  • 1.5 cups bell pepper green red yellow
  • 0.3 cup basil pesto refrigerated (from 7-oz container)
  • oz mozzarella cheese plain shredded with sun-dried tomatoes and basil or mozzarella cheese (1 3/4 cups)
  • oz individual string cheese sticks cut in half lengthwise
  • tablespoons vegetable oil 
  • 0.7 cup water hot
  • cups baking mix original bisquick®

Equipment

  • bowl
  • oven
  • pizza pan

Directions

  1. Move oven rack to lowest position.
  2. Heat oven to 450°F. Spray 12-inch pizza pan with cooking spray. In large bowl, stir Bisquick mix, water and oil with fork until soft dough forms; beat vigorously 20 strokes. Cover; let stand 8 minutes.
  3. Pat or press dough in bottom and 1 inch over side of pizza pan.
  4. Place string cheese along edge of dough, overlapping if necessary. Fold 1-inch edge of dough over and around cheese; press to seal.
  5. Bake 6 to 7 minutes or until lightly browned around edges.
  6. Spread pesto over warm crust.
  7. Sprinkle with 1 cup of the mozzarella cheese; top with bell peppers and remaining 3/4 cup cheese.
  8. Bake 11 to 14 minutes or until crust is golden brown and cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts

Calories383kcal
Protein13.44%
Fat53.51%
Carbs33.05%

Properties

Glycemic Index
4.63
Glycemic Load
0.23
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
10.896521638269%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
1.32mg
Kaempferol
0.02mg
Quercetin
0.62mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:383.19kcal
19.16%
Fat:22.78g
35.04%
Saturated Fat:8.01g
50.09%
Carbohydrates:31.66g
10.55%
Net Carbohydrates:30.07g
10.94%
Sugar:6.5g
7.22%
Cholesterol:28.98mg
9.66%
Sodium:939.59mg
40.85%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:12.87g
25.74%
Phosphorus:356.65mg
35.67%
Vitamin C:22.6mg
27.39%
Calcium:235.91mg
23.59%
Vitamin B1:0.28mg
18.81%
Vitamin B2:0.27mg
16.16%
Folate:60.78µg
15.2%
Vitamin B12:0.74µg
12.35%
Vitamin K:11.82µg
11.25%
Vitamin B3:2.2mg
11.02%
Selenium:7.59µg
10.85%
Manganese:0.19mg
9.73%
Vitamin A:483.16IU
9.66%
Iron:1.51mg
8.4%
Zinc:1.03mg
6.88%
Fiber:1.59g
6.34%
Vitamin B6:0.11mg
5.3%
Magnesium:19.2mg
4.8%
Copper:0.09mg
4.68%
Vitamin B5:0.46mg
4.6%
Potassium:141.09mg
4.03%
Vitamin E:0.49mg
3.25%