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5-Minute Pesto Pita Pizza – vegetarian recipe
Stav Kogan

5-Minute Pesto Pita Pizza

Forget delivery times and preheating the oven; this vibrant Pesto Pita Pizza is ready in just 5 minutes using only your microwave. It's the perfect quick lunch, after-school snack, or 'I-don't-want-to-cook' dinner.
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Prep Time 2 minutes
Cook Time 3 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 2 serving
Calories: 247
Ingredients Method Nutrition

Ingredients
  

  • 4 medium mushrooms, about 1/2 cup or 50g (1.76 oz), sliced
  • 3 tablespoons (45 ml / 1.5 fl oz) jarred basil and tomato pesto
  • 1 large pita pocket or flatbread
  • 1/3 cup (35 g / 1.23 oz) grated mozzarella cheese
  • For a crispier crust, toast the pita in a toaster or a dry skillet for 1-2 minutes before adding your toppings.
  • Feel free to customize! Add other quick-cooking veggies like chopped bell peppers, onions, or a few sun-dried tomatoes.

Method
 

  1. Prep the Toppings: Gently wipe the mushrooms clean with a damp paper towel and slice them thinly.
  2. Assemble the Pizza: Lay the pita pocket on a microwave-safe plate.
  3. Spread the pesto sauce evenly over the surface, leaving a small border around the edge.
  4. Add the Toppings: Arrange the sliced mushrooms over the pesto, then sprinkle the grated mozzarella cheese evenly on top.
  5. Cook to Perfection: Microwave on high for 3 to 5 minutes, or until the cheese is fully melted and bubbly.
  6. Let it cool for a minute before slicing and enjoying!
  7. Don't have a microwave?
  8. Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 5-7 minutes or use an air fryer at 375°F (190°C) for 3-4 minutes until the cheese is golden and bubbly.
  9. After cooking, top your pizza with a handful of fresh arugula or a drizzle of balsamic glaze for an extra layer of gourmet flavor.

Nutrition

Calories: 247kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 12gFat: 14g

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