Pesto Pizza With Sliced Tomatoes

Health score
6%
Pesto Pizza With Sliced Tomatoes
20 min.
4
327kcal

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Indulge in the flavors of this delightful Pesto Pizza with Sliced Tomatoes, a quick and delectable dish that promises to elevate your lunch or dinner experience. In just 20 minutes, you can transform a simple pizza crust into a gourmet delight perfect for any occasion, whether it's a family gathering or a cozy night in.

The star of this dish, vibrant pesto, packs a punch with its fragrant basil and nutty undertones, creating a luscious base that will have your taste buds dancing. When paired with juicy, fresh slices of plum tomatoes, this pizza melds together rich and refreshing flavors that are simply irresistible. Topped with gooey, melted part-skim mozzarella cheese, each bite offers a satisfying blend of textures and tastes.

This Pesto Pizza not only looks stunning, but it’s also a healthier option that manages to be both filling and nutritious, with a caloric count that makes it a smart choice for any meal. Perfect for those busy weekdays or impromptu gatherings, this recipe is quick to prepare and easy to customize based on your preferences. So gather your friends and family around the table and enjoy a slice of homemade pizza that embodies the essence of Italian cuisine wrapped in a comforting package!

Ingredients

  • ounces part-skim mozzarella cheese shredded
  • tablespoons commercial pesto 
  • 10 ounce pizza crust (such as Boboli)
  • 1.8 cups plum tomatoes ()

Equipment

  • oven
  • baking pan

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 45
  2. Place pizza crust on a baking pan and spread pesto on top in a thin layer (may be some bare spots), leaving about a 1-inch border. Arrange tomato slices in a single layer on top, and sprinkle with cheese.
  3. Bake at 450 for 10-15 minutes or until golden brown.

Nutrition Facts

Calories327kcal
Protein18%
Fat33.17%
Carbs48.83%

Properties

Glycemic Index
9.5
Glycemic Load
1.06
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
8.0573913195859%

Flavonoids

Naringenin
0.7mg
Kaempferol
0.09mg
Myricetin
0.13mg
Quercetin
0.6mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:327.46kcal
16.37%
Fat:12.1g
18.62%
Saturated Fat:5.23g
32.66%
Carbohydrates:40.07g
13.36%
Net Carbohydrates:37.58g
13.67%
Sugar:4.47g
4.97%
Cholesterol:19.04mg
6.35%
Sodium:661.69mg
28.77%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:14.77g
29.54%
Calcium:314.58mg
31.46%
Vitamin A:1225.38IU
24.51%
Vitamin C:14.18mg
17.19%
Phosphorus:156.1mg
15.61%
Iron:2.33mg
12.97%
Fiber:2.49g
9.97%
Vitamin K:8.63µg
8.22%
Potassium:269.13mg
7.69%
Zinc:0.96mg
6.39%
Vitamin B2:0.11mg
6.21%
Manganese:0.12mg
6.04%
Selenium:4.08µg
5.83%
Vitamin B6:0.1mg
5.13%
Folate:18.08µg
4.52%
Magnesium:17.91mg
4.48%
Vitamin E:0.6mg
3.99%
Vitamin B12:0.23µg
3.87%
Copper:0.07mg
3.41%
Vitamin B3:0.64mg
3.22%
Vitamin B1:0.04mg
2.89%
Vitamin B5:0.11mg
1.15%
Source:My Recipes