Description
Enjoy the flavors of a classic Caprese salad in pizza form with this quick and easy Caprese Naan Pizza recipe. Crispy naan bread serves as the perfect base for fresh mozzarella, cherry tomatoes, and basil, all finished with a drizzle of balsamic glaze.
Ingredients
Scale
Naan Pizza:
- 2 pieces of naan bread
- 1/2 cup pesto or olive oil (for base)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 8 ounces fresh mozzarella (sliced)
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves
- 1 tablespoon balsamic glaze
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Olive oil for drizzling
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 425°F.
- Prepare the naan: Place naan breads on a baking sheet. Spread each piece with a thin layer of pesto or brush lightly with olive oil.
- Add toppings: Top evenly with sliced mozzarella and cherry tomatoes.
- Bake: Bake for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the edges of the naan are golden.
- Finish and serve: Remove from the oven and top with fresh basil leaves. Drizzle with balsamic glaze and a light sprinkle of salt and pepper. Slice and serve warm.
Notes
- You can add a sprinkle of crushed red pepper flakes for heat or a handful of arugula after baking for extra freshness.
- Great for a quick lunch or appetizer.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course, Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 naan pizza
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 560 mg
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 32 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 16 g
- Cholesterol: 45 mg
