Leek, Mushroom and Pesto Pizza: A Delicious Twist for Pizza Lovers
A flavorful pizza combining leeks, mushrooms, and pesto that will delight any pizza enthusiast.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pizza crust
- 1 cup pesto sauce
- 1 cup leeks, sliced
- 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1/4 cup parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven according to pizza crust instructions.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté leeks until softened.
- Add mushrooms and cook until tender. Season with salt and pepper.
- Spread pesto sauce evenly over the pizza crust.
- Top with the sautéed leeks and mushrooms, followed by mozzarella and parmesan cheese.
- Bake according to crust instructions or until cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Remove from oven and let cool for a few minutes before slicing.
Notes
- This pizza is great for customizing with additional toppings such as spinach or sun-dried tomatoes.
- For a dairy-free option, use vegan cheese or skip the cheese altogether.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 20mg