Pizza night takes on a flavorful twist with this easy and delicious Grilled Pesto Vegetable Pizza recipe. Elevate your homemade pizza game with a mouthwatering combination of grilled veggies, fragrant pesto sauce, and gooey cheese atop a crispy crust. This recipe is perfect for cozy evenings with loved ones or as a crowd-pleasing dish for a casual gathering. Let’s fire up the grill and get ready to enjoy a slice of pizza perfection with a gourmet touch.
Grilled Pesto Vegetable Pizza Recipe Cookin Canuck
**Ingredients:**
– 1 store-bought pizza dough
– 1/2 cup pesto sauce
– 1 small zucchini, thinly sliced
– 1 small yellow squash, thinly sliced
– 1 red bell pepper, sliced into strips
– 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced into strips
– 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
– 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
– 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
– 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
– Fresh basil leaves, for garnish
– Olive oil
– Salt and pepper to taste
**Instructions:**
1. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat, making sure the grates are clean and oiled to prevent sticking.
2. Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface to your desired thickness and shape. Transfer the dough to a lightly floured baking sheet or pizza peel.
3. Brush one side of the dough with olive oil to prevent it from sticking to the grill.
4. In a bowl, toss the zucchini, yellow squash, bell peppers, red onion, and cherry tomatoes with a drizzle of olive oil, salt, and pepper.
5. Place the vegetable mixture on the grill and cook for about 5-7 minutes, turning occasionally, until they are slightly charred and tender. Remove the vegetables from the grill and set aside.
6. Carefully place the pizza dough on the grill, oiled side down. Close the lid and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until the bottom is golden brown and grill marks appear on the crust.
7. Brush the uncooked side of the dough with olive oil and flip it over using tongs or a spatula.
8. Spread the pesto sauce evenly over the grilled side of the dough, leaving a small border for the crust.
9. Layer the grilled vegetables over the pesto sauce and sprinkle both cheeses on top.
10. Close the grill lid and cook for an additional 5-7 minutes, or until the cheese is melted, and the crust is crispy.
11. Carefully remove the pizza from the grill and transfer it to a cutting board. Let it rest for a minute before slicing.
12. Garnish with fresh basil leaves, slice into wedges, and serve hot.
Enjoy this Grilled Pesto Vegetable Pizza as a delightful meal that combines the smokiness of the grill with the freshness of garden vegetables and the bold flavors of pesto. This recipe offers a perfect balance of textures and tastes, making it a standout choice for any pizza lover. Impress your family and friends with this homemade creation that is sure to become a favorite in your recipe collection. Happy grilling and bon appétit!
