Roasted Poblano Pizza
A fresh and smoky pizza topped with roasted poblano peppers, cilantro pesto, mozzarella, and creamy avocado slices for a flavorful twist on a classic.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 2–3 servings
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
1 thin precooked pizza shell
3 poblano peppers
1/4 white onion, thinly sliced
1/4 cup cilantro pesto
2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
8 slices avocado
2 pinches fresh cracked pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 450°F (230°C).
- Roast poblano peppers directly over a gas flame or under the broiler until skins are charred and blistered.
- Place peppers in a bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and steam for 10 minutes. Peel skins, remove seeds, and slice into strips.
- Place pizza shell on a baking sheet and spread cilantro pesto evenly.
- Top with roasted poblano strips and sliced onion.
- Sprinkle mozzarella cheese evenly over the top.
- Bake for 8–10 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Top with avocado slices and cracked pepper before serving.
Notes
Swap mozzarella with pepper jack or Oaxaca cheese for a spicier or more authentic flavor.
Use a gluten-free pizza crust for a gluten-free version.
Add toppings like corn, black beans, or grilled vegetables for variety.
Always add avocado just before serving to keep it fresh.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/3 pizza
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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