Basil Pesto, Oven-Dried Cherry Tomato and Mozzarell

Name: Basil Pesto, Oven-Dried Cherry Tomato and Mozzarella Taco Pizzas
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups cherry tomatoes halved; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 2 cloves garlic minced, optional; 1 x salt and black pepper to taste; 8 each corn tortillas (6-inch) or flour tortillas; 1/2 cup basil pesto basil, homemade or store-bought; 8 each olives black or green, sliced, optional; 1/4 cup sweet red bell peppers, roasted slice into strips, optional; 1 cup mozzarella cheese shredded; 1 x basil leaves, fresh, for serving

Servings: persons

1
Preheat the oven to 250 degrees F.
2
Place the halved cherry tomatoes onto a large baking sheet.
3
Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with minced garlic if desired.
4
Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
5
Roast in the oven for about 2 hours until the cherry tomatoes are shrivelled and flavors are concentrated.
6
(They will look dry outside but juicy-tender inside their small bodies)
7
Remove from the oven and set aside.
8
(It can be made one or two days in advance, seal them in a zip-lock bag, and keep them refrigerated)
9
Just before you prepare to make the pizzas:
10
Preheat the oven to 350F (180C).
11
Lay the tortillas onto a large baking sheet, we layed 6 tortillas on our baking sheet.
12
Spoon about 1 tablespoon basil pesto evenly over each tortilla.
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Place the oven-dried cherry tomatoes equally over the pesto.
14
Place some olives and/or roasted bell peppers if desired.
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Top each with equal amount of mozzarella cheese.
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Bake for about 15 minutes until the cheese melts and tortillas becomes crispy and slightly golden at the edges.
17
Remove from the oven, and let cool for a few minutes.
18
Place onto the serving plates and top with a few fresh basil leaves.
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Serve and enjoy!

889

kcal

Calories

Fat

162

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups cherry tomatoes halved, 1 tablespoon olive oil, 2 cloves garlic minced, optional, 1 x salt and black pepper to taste, and more.

Yes, Basil Pesto, Oven-Dried Cherry Tomato and Mozzarella Taco Pizzas falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Basil Pesto, Oven-Dried Cherry Tomato and Mozzarella Taco Pizzas

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