Pesto Shrimp Pizza

This Pesto Shrimp Pizza combines the vibrant flavors of fresh basil pesto, succulent shrimp, and a Greek twist with feta cheese and olives, creating a deliciously unique dish. It's a high-protein meal that is both satisfying and health-conscious, perfect for any pizza night.

Ingredients

• Pizza dough - 200 grams
• Shrimp (peeled and deveined) - 200 grams
• Pesto sauce - 100 grams
• Feta cheese (crumbled) - 50 grams
• Kalamata olives (sliced) - 30 grams
• Cherry tomatoes (halved) - 100 grams
• Mozzarella cheese (shredded) - 100 grams
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Garlic (minced) - 2 cloves
• Black pepper - to taste
• Fresh basil leaves - for garnish

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 220°C (428°F).
2. Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface to your desired thickness and shape.
3. Transfer the rolled-out dough to a baking sheet or pizza stone.
4. In a bowl, toss the shrimp with olive oil, minced garlic, and black pepper.
5. Spread the pesto sauce evenly over the surface of the dough.
6. Distribute the seasoned shrimp evenly over the pesto.
7. Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese over the shrimp and add the halved cherry tomatoes.
8. Top with crumbled feta cheese and sliced Kalamata olives.
9. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly.
10. Remove from the oven and garnish with fresh basil leaves before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 480
• Protein: 36 g
• Carbs: 42 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 950 mg
• Cholesterol: 200 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 6 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein from shrimp and cheese, supporting muscle health.
• Rich in healthy fats from olive oil and olives, promoting heart health.

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