Crispy Summer Garden Pizza Buns
Dive into these delightful Crispy Summer Garden Pizza Buns, perfect for a quick and healthy lunch or a satisfying snack! Bursting with the vibrant flavors of fresh summer vegetables and creamy cheese, each bun is topped with a medley of juicy tomatoes, crunchy cucumbers, and sweet bell peppers. Finished off with a quick broil to melt the cheese, these buns are not just tasty – they're visually stunning too! Serve them alongside crisp carrot and celery sticks for an approachable and colorful meal that will rejuvenate your midday break.
2
Servings
N/A
Calories
13
Ingredients
Ingredients
Bun
1 (Split crosswise)
Low-fat cream cheese
4 tablespoons (Spreadable)
Tomato
1 medium (Thinly sliced)
Sweet green pepper
2 slices (Cut into rings)
Sweet red pepper
2 slices (Cut into rings)
Cucumber
8 slices (Sliced)
Green onion
1 (Chopped)
Romaine lettuce
4-5 leaves (Shredded)
Sharp white cheddar cheese
2 slices (Or cheese of choice)
Salt
to taste (N/A)
Freshly ground black pepper
to taste (N/A)
Carrot
1 (Cut into sticks)
Celery
1 stalk (Cut into sticks)
Instructions
1
Preheat your broiler to high.
2
Split your bun in half crosswise and place the halves cut-side up on a foil-lined cookie sheet.
3
Spread 2 tablespoons of low-fat cream cheese evenly on each half of the bun.
4
Layer the tomato slices on each half, using half for each side, and sprinkle with salt and pepper to taste.
5
Top each side with a ring of green and red sweet peppers, followed by 4 slices of cucumber on each side.
6
Evenly distribute chopped green onion over both sides and season lightly with additional salt and pepper.
7
Add a generous layer of shredded romaine lettuce on each side, seasoning to taste.
8
Place a slice of sharp white cheddar cheese on each half of the bun, covering the veggies.
9
Carefully transfer the cookie sheet under the broiler. Broil for about 30 seconds or until the cheese is melted and bubbly, ensuring the vegetables remain crisp.
10
Remove from the oven and serve immediately, garnished with carrot and celery sticks on the side.
11
Enjoy your Crispy Summer Garden Pizza Buns!
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Crispy Summer Garden Pizza Buns?
They are a delightful lunch or snack featuring fresh summer vegetables and creamy cheese on a toasted bun.
Is this recipe suitable for vegetarians?
Yes, this is a vegetarian-friendly recipe.
How many servings does this recipe make?
This recipe makes 2 servings.
What type of cheese is recommended for the topping?
The recipe calls for sharp white cheddar cheese, though you can use your cheese of choice.
How long should I broil the pizza buns?
Broil them for about 30 seconds until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Why is the broiling time so short?
A short broil ensures the cheese melts while keeping the fresh summer vegetables crisp.
What should I serve as a side dish?
The buns are best served with carrot and celery sticks on the side.
What kind of cream cheese should be used?
The recipe specifies using low-fat cream cheese.
How many cucumber slices are needed?
You will need 8 slices of cucumber, using 4 slices on each half of the bun.
What types of peppers are used in this recipe?
The recipe uses both sweet green and sweet red pepper rings.
How should the bun be prepared?
The bun should be split in half crosswise and placed cut-side up on a cookie sheet.
How should the tomato be sliced?
One medium tomato should be thinly sliced for layering.
What kind of lettuce is best for this recipe?
Shredded romaine lettuce is used for a generous layer on each bun.
Are the vegetables cooked or raw?
The vegetables are layered raw and stay crisp because they are only broiled briefly.
How much cream cheese goes on each bun half?
You should spread 2 tablespoons of low-fat cream cheese on each half.
What equipment is needed for cooking?
You will need a broiler and a foil-lined cookie sheet.
How is the green onion prepared?
One green onion should be chopped and distributed evenly over both sides.
Is this recipe considered healthy?
Yes, it is described as a healthy lunch option bursting with fresh vegetables.
When should I season the ingredients?
Season with salt and pepper after adding the tomatoes and again after adding the lettuce.
Can I make this as a snack?
Yes, it is perfect for both a quick lunch or a satisfying snack.
What makes this a 'summer' recipe?
It highlights vibrant seasonal vegetables like tomatoes, cucumbers, and sweet peppers.
Should the broiler be on high or low?
The broiler should be set to high.
How should the carrot and celery be prepared?
They should be cut into sticks for garnishing the side.
Is there any preparation for the peppers?
Yes, they should be cut into rings before being placed on the buns.
Does the recipe require a specific order of assembly?
Yes, start with cream cheese, then tomato, peppers, cucumber, green onion, lettuce, and finally cheese.
What is the total ingredient count?
There are 13 total ingredients in this recipe.
Is this recipe easy to make?
Yes, it is tagged as an easy recipe and a quick meal.
How many leaves of romaine lettuce are needed?
The recipe calls for 4 to 5 shredded leaves of romaine lettuce.
How should the buns be placed on the cookie sheet?
Place them cut-side up so the toppings can be broiled directly.
Can I use freshly ground black pepper?
Yes, the recipe specifically suggests freshly ground black pepper to taste.