Description
Crispy flatbread meets creamy “Broccoli Pesto Flatbread Pizza” in a delightful culinary fusion that blends Italian and modern flavors. Roasted broccoli, homemade pesto, and melted cheese create a delicious landscape you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 pre-made flatbread
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves
- 1/3 cup pine nuts
Pesto Components:
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1/4 cup parmesan cheese
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Topping/Finishing Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F, preparing a baking sheet with parchment paper for crisp flatbread results.
- Steam broccoli florets for 3-4 minutes until vibrant green and slightly tender, then immediately rinse with cold water to halt cooking process.
- Create pesto by combining basil, pine nuts, garlic, parmesan, salt, and pepper in a food processor, gradually drizzling olive oil until smooth and cohesive.
- Spread a generous layer of homemade pesto evenly across the pre-made flatbread, ensuring complete surface coverage.
- Distribute steamed broccoli florets strategically across the pesto-covered flatbread, creating balanced placement.
- Sprinkle mozzarella cheese over broccoli and pesto, covering the surface with an even layer.
- Transfer prepared flatbread to the preheated baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes until cheese melts and edges turn golden brown.
- Remove from oven and drizzle extra virgin olive oil across the surface for enhanced flavor and shine.
- Optional: Garnish with red pepper flakes to add a spicy kick and visual appeal.
- Allow flatbread to cool for 2-3 minutes before slicing and serving to maintain structural integrity.
Notes
- Steam broccoli briefly to preserve vibrant color and crisp texture, preventing soggy or overcooked vegetables that could compromise the flatbread’s quality.
- Substitute pine nuts with more affordable alternatives like sunflower seeds or almonds for budget-conscious cooks without sacrificing the pesto’s rich flavor profile.
- Toast nuts before blending into pesto to enhance their nutty essence and add depth to the overall taste, creating a more complex and robust sauce.
- Make this recipe gluten-free by using cauliflower or chickpea flatbread as a base, ensuring those with dietary restrictions can enjoy this delicious dish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-12 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 570
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 350 mg
- Fat: 43 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 36 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 14 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg