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Crispy Naan Bread Pizza Recipe with Pesto and Roasted Tomatoes

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A quick and easy naan bread pizza topped with herby pesto, sweet roasted tomatoes, and melty mozzarella cheese, perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pieces naan bread (about 6–8 inches each)
  • ½ cup (120 ml) basil pesto
  • 1 cup (150 g) cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 tablespoon (15 ml) olive oil
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 cup (100 g) shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 2 tablespoons (15 g) grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh basil leaves, a few torn

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). If using a pizza stone, place it in the oven as it heats.
  2. In a mixing bowl, toss the halved cherry tomatoes with 1 tablespoon olive oil, minced garlic, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Spread them cut side up on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  3. Roast the tomatoes in the oven for about 15 minutes until soft and slightly caramelized.
  4. While the tomatoes roast, lightly brush both sides of each naan with olive oil.
  5. Spread about 2 tablespoons (30 ml) of pesto evenly over each naan, leaving a small border around the edges.
  6. Remove the tomatoes from the oven and let them cool slightly, then distribute them evenly over the pesto layer on each naan.
  7. Sprinkle about ½ cup (50 g) shredded mozzarella over the tomatoes on each naan. Add 1 tablespoon grated Parmesan on top if using.
  8. Bake the assembled naan pizzas on the hot pizza stone or baking sheet for 7-10 minutes, until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and edges are golden and crispy.
  9. Remove from oven, tear fresh basil leaves over the top, and let cool for a minute before slicing.
  10. Serve immediately while warm.

Notes

Roasting the tomatoes separately intensifies their flavor and prevents the naan from getting soggy. Brushing the naan with olive oil before baking ensures a crispy crust. If cheese isn’t melting evenly, briefly broil for 1-2 minutes watching carefully. Leftovers reheat best in a toaster or conventional oven at 375°F for 5-7 minutes to maintain crispiness.

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Keywords: naan bread pizza, pesto pizza, roasted tomatoes, quick pizza, easy pizza recipe, weeknight dinner, vegetarian pizza

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