How to Make Basil Pesto and 3-Cheese Naan Pizza - A Step-by-Step Guide

When it comes to homemade pizza, the possibilities are endless. From classic pepperoni to gourmet veggie, there's a pizza for every taste preference. One unique and delicious option is the Basil Pesto and 3-Cheese Naan Pizza. This recipe combines the flavors of fresh basil pesto and three different types of cheese to create a mouthwatering meal that's sure to please even the pickiest of eaters.

One of the reasons this recipe is so enticing is its use of naan bread as the pizza crust. ...

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Ingredients

  • 1 ½ cups packed fresh basil leaves
  • ¼ cup shredded Parmesan cheese
  • ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil, or more as needed
  • ¼ cup chopped walnuts
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste
  • 2 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil, divided
  • 5 cremini mushrooms, sliced
  • ½ tablespoon dried rosemary
  • 1 pinch salt and ground black pepper
  • 1 (8.8 ounce) package 2-pack naan bread
  • ⅔ cup ricotta cheese
  • ⅓ cup feta cheese
  • 1 tablespoon shredded Parmesan cheese, or to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 30 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 2 pizzas

  • Combine basil, Parmesan cheese, 1/4 cup olive oil, walnuts, garlic, salt, and pepper in a blender; blend pesto until desired consistency, 5 to 8 minutes. Add 1 extra tablespoon olive oil at a time for a thinner pesto. Set aside.
  • Heat 1 teaspoon olive oil in a skillet over medium heat; stir in mushrooms, rosemary, salt, and pepper. Saute until mushrooms are tender, about 5 minutes. Set aside.
  • Heat 1 teaspoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 1 naan and cook until crispy, about 2 minutes per side. Spread naan with a generous amount of pesto, and top with ricotta cheese, feta cheese, and sauteed mushrooms. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese. Cook until cheese is melted. Repeat with second naan and remaining ingredients.
  • Nutrition

    520 cal.

    • Total Fat: 33g
    • Saturated Fat: 9g
    • Cholesterol: 42mg
    • Sodium: 703mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 38g
    • Dietary Fiber: 7g
    • Total Sugars: 3g
    • Protein: 20g
    • Vitamin C: 4mg
    • Calcium: 328mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 155mg