Description
Indulge in a gourmet twist on traditional pizza with this Pistachio Pesto Pizza recipe. The flavorful pistachio pesto adds a unique touch to a classic favorite, making each slice a delicious experience.
Ingredients
Scale
Pizza Dough:
- 1 ball pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
Pistachio Pesto:
- 1/2 cup shelled pistachios
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 clove garlic
- 1/3 cup olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Toppings:
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup ricotta cheese
- Crushed red pepper flakes and fresh arugula for topping (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 475°F and place a pizza stone or baking sheet inside to heat.
- Make the pistachio pesto: In a food processor, combine the pistachios, basil, Parmesan, garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Pulse until finely chopped. With the processor running, slowly drizzle in the olive oil until a smooth pesto forms.
- Prepare the pizza: Roll or stretch the pizza dough on a lightly floured surface to about 12 inches in diameter. Transfer to a piece of parchment paper. Spread a thin, even layer of pistachio pesto over the dough. Top with shredded mozzarella and dollops of ricotta.
- Bake the pizza: Carefully transfer the pizza (with parchment) onto the preheated stone or baking sheet. Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly.
- Finish and serve: Remove from the oven and let cool slightly. Top with fresh arugula and crushed red pepper flakes, if desired. Slice and serve warm.
Notes
- Store extra pistachio pesto in the fridge for up to 5 days or freeze for later use.
- Try adding prosciutto or roasted veggies for a heartier variation.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/8 pizza)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 290 mg
- Fat: 17 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 24 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 10 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg
