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Mexican Pizza Delight with Zesty Cilantro Pesto

Discover the vibrant flavors of Mexican Pizza with a zesty cilantro pesto base that transforms your dinner into a crowd-pleasing delight.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 14 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 29 minutes
Servings: 4 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cilantro Pesto
  • 1 cup Fresh Cilantro or basil as a substitution
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice or lemon in a pinch
  • 1 medium Jalapeño adjust seeds for spice preference
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt be cautious with regular salt
  • 1/4 cup Toasted Pine Nuts or walnuts/sunflower seeds for budget option
  • 1/2 cup Cotija Cheese feta can be used as a substitute
  • 1/2 cup Olive Oil extra virgin for flavor; avocado oil can be a substitute
For the Pizza
  • 1 package Prepared Pizza Dough store-bought or homemade
  • 2 cups Mozzarella Cheese any melty cheese can be used
  • 1 cup Chorizo or vegetarian chorizo for a meat-free option
  • 1/2 cup Sour Cream or Greek yogurt as a lower-fat alternative
  • 1/4 cup Whole Cilantro Leaves can use parsley if needed

Equipment

  • Food processor
  • Skillet
  • Sheet Pan
  • knife

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 450°F (232°C) to achieve a crispy crust.
  2. In a food processor, combine cilantro, lime juice, jalapeño, salt, pine nuts, and cotija cheese. Pulse and drizzle in olive oil until creamy.
  3. Cook the chorizo in a skillet over medium heat for 5-7 minutes until browned. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate.
  4. Roll out prepared pizza dough on a floured surface to fit a 9"x12" sheet pan, aiming for about ¼ inch thick.
  5. Spread the cilantro pesto on the dough, top with mozzarella cheese and cooked chorizo, finishing with crumbled cotija.
  6. Bake the pizza for 10-14 minutes until the crust is golden brown and cheese is bubbly.
  7. Allow the pizza to cool for a few minutes, then drizzle with sour cream and sprinkle with cilantro and pine nuts.
  8. Slice into squares or wedges and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 20gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, follow expert tips on consistency and cooking times for a perfect pizza experience.

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