Sun-dried Tomato Pizza
Sun-dried Tomato Pizza is a vibrant culinary delight that elevates traditional pizza with its crispy crust and tangy toppings. Featuring oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, and fresh basil, each bite offers a burst of flavor that will captivate your taste buds. This recipe is not only easy to prepare but also perfect for weeknight dinners or festive gatherings. Gather around this mouthwatering creation and enjoy an unforgettable meal with family and friends.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4 slices 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
- 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes (oil-packed)
- 1 cup fresh mozzarella cheese (shredded)
- 1/4 cup pesto sauce
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves
- 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 475°F (245°C) and place a pizza stone inside if using.
- Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface to about 12 inches in diameter. Transfer it to a parchment-lined baking tray or heated pizza stone.
- Evenly spread the pesto sauce over the dough, leaving a half-inch border for the crust.
- Scatter sun-dried tomatoes over the pesto layer, followed by a generous sprinkle of shredded mozzarella cheese.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until the crust is golden brown and cheese is bubbling.
- Remove from the oven, cool slightly, then top with fresh basil leaves and drizzle with olive oil before slicing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (75g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 20mg