Pesto Naan Pizza

Pesto Naan Pizza is a delightful fusion dish combining the aromatic flavors of basil pesto with the soft, fluffy texture of naan bread. Topped with fresh vegetables and a sprinkle of nutritional yeast, this dairy-free pizza is a vibrant and satisfying meal.

Ingredients

• Naan bread - 2 pieces
• Basil pesto (dairy-free) - 100 grams
• Cherry tomatoes - 100 grams, halved
• Red onion - 50 grams, thinly sliced
• Bell pepper (any color) - 50 grams, sliced
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Nutritional yeast - 2 tablespoons
• Fresh basil leaves - a handful, for garnish
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Preheat your oven to 220°C (428°F).
2. Place the naan bread on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
3. Spread 50 grams of basil pesto evenly over each naan.
4. In a bowl, combine the cherry tomatoes, red onion, and bell pepper. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and black pepper, then toss to coat.
5. Distribute the vegetable mixture evenly over the pesto-covered naan.
6. Sprinkle nutritional yeast over the top of each naan pizza.
7. Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the naan is golden and the vegetables are slightly roasted.
8. Remove from the oven and garnish with fresh basil leaves before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 380
• Protein: 9 g
• Carbs: 50 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 450 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 16 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in antioxidants from fresh vegetables and basil.
• Dairy-free, making it suitable for those with lactose intolerance.

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