How to Make Spicy Mexican Pizza - A Step-by-Step Guide

Spicy Mexican pizza is a delicious, flavorful twist on the classic Italian dish. This fusion dish combines the bold and spicy flavors of Mexican cuisine with the familiar comfort of pizza. With a crispy crust, zesty sauce, and a medley of toppings, this pizza is sure to please a crowd.

What sets this pizza apart from the traditional version is the use of Mexican-inspired ingredients. Think spicy chorizo, tangy salsa, and creamy avocado. These ingredients add layers of flavor and creat...

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Ingredients

  • ½ (16 ounce) can spicy fat-free refried beans*
  • 1 cup salsa, divided
  • 1 (12 inch) pre-baked Italian pizza crust
  • 2 cups shredded hearts of romaine lettuce
  • 3 medium green onions, thinly sliced
  • ¼ cup ranch dressing
  • ¼ cup crumbled tortilla chips
  • 1 cup shredded pepper Jack or Monterey Jack cheese

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 12 mins
  • Total Time: 32 mins
  • Yield: 6 slices

  • Adjust oven rack to lowest position, and heat oven to 450 degrees. Mix beans and 1/2 cup salsa in a medium bowl. Place crust on a cookie sheet, then spread the bean mixture over crust. Bake until it's crisp and warm, about 10 minutes.
  • Remove from oven; top with lettuce, green onions and dollop with the remaining salsa. Drizzle (or, if dressing has an easy-pour top, squirt) dressing over pizza. Top with chips and cheese, then return to oven and bake until the cheese melts, about 2 minutes longer. Cut into 6 slices and serve.
  • Nutrition

    373 cal.

    • Total Fat: 15g
    • Saturated Fat: 6g
    • Cholesterol: 26mg
    • Sodium: 1027mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 44g
    • Dietary Fiber: 5g
    • Total Sugars: 4g
    • Protein: 17g
    • Vitamin C: 7mg
    • Calcium: 181mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 217mg