Basil Pesto Pizza

This Dairy-Free Thai Basil Pesto Pizza combines vibrant flavors of fresh basil and zesty lime with a crispy crust, offering a delightful twist on traditional pizza. Perfect for those seeking a unique and healthy meal, it's both satisfying and refreshing.

Ingredients

• Whole wheat pizza dough - 250 grams
• Fresh basil leaves - 50 grams
• Pumpkin seeds - 30 grams
• Garlic - 2 cloves
• Lime juice - 2 tablespoons
• Olive oil - 4 tablespoons
• Red chili flakes - 1 teaspoon
• Cherry tomatoes - 150 grams, halved
• Bell pepper - 1 medium, sliced
• Red onion - 1 small, thinly sliced
• Cilantro - 20 grams, chopped
• Salt - to taste

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 220°C (428°F).
2. In a food processor, combine fresh basil leaves, pumpkin seeds, garlic, lime juice, olive oil, red chili flakes, and a pinch of salt. Blend until smooth to create the basil pesto.
3. Roll out the whole wheat pizza dough on a floured surface to your desired thickness and shape.
4. Spread the basil pesto evenly over the rolled-out pizza dough.
5. Top the pizza with halved cherry tomatoes, sliced bell pepper, and thinly sliced red onion.
6. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until the crust is golden and the vegetables are tender.
7. Remove from the oven and sprinkle with chopped cilantro before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 12 g
• Carbs: 55 g
• Fiber: 8 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 300 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in antioxidants from fresh basil and tomatoes.
• Provides healthy fats from olive oil and pumpkin seeds.

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