Savory Pesto Steak and Goat Cheese Pita Pizzas with Asparagus Medley
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Savory Pesto Steak and Goat Cheese Pita Pizzas with Asparagus Medley. This dish combines juicy, broiled steak infused with garlic, spread generously over soft pita bread. Topped with creamy pesto, tangy goat cheese, and a fresh medley of asparagus and mushrooms, these pita pizzas are both satisfying and elegant. Perfect for a quick lunch, snack, or light dinner, they're sure to impress your guests or elevate your everyday dining. Serve alongside a crisp tossed salad or fresh fruit for a complete meal.
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Servings
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Calories
12
Ingredients
Ingredients
Steak
1 (Thinly sliced against the grain)
Pita Bread
4 small (Whole)
Pesto Sauce
4 tablespoons (Prepared (Classico Basil Pesto recommended))
Light Cream Cheese
4 tablespoons (Softened)
Goat Cheese
4 tablespoons (Crumbled)
Asparagus
10-12 stalks (Tough ends snapped off)
Mushrooms
3-4 (Sliced (Cafe mushrooms recommended))
Plum Tomatoes
2 (Sliced)
Olive Oil
1.5 tablespoons (For drizzling)
Garlic Salt
0.5 teaspoon (For seasoning)
Salt
0.5 teaspoon (For seasoning)
Garlic Clove
1 (Thinly sliced)
Instructions
1
Begin by preparing the steak. Create small pockets in the steak by slicing against the grain, then stuff each pocket with thin slivers of garlic. Generously season the steak with salt.
2
Place the steak on a foil-lined broiler pan. Broil the steak for 3-4 minutes on each side, adjusting the time based on your preferred doneness. Keep in mind that the steak will cook further when the pita pizzas are baked.
3
While the steak is broiling, preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
4
On a baking tray, place all 4 pita breads. Optionally, you can sprinkle a bit of cornmeal on the tray to prevent sticking.
5
Spread a tablespoon of pesto over each pita. Feel free to add more if you desire a bolder flavor.
6
Prepare the asparagus by snapping off the tough ends and rinsing the stalks. Arrange them in a single layer on a microwave-safe plate, adding a pinch of salt if desired. Cover with plastic wrap and microwave on high for 1 minute, allowing them to steam as they sit.
7
Take the broiled steak, let it cool slightly, then slice it thinly against the grain, keeping any garlic that falls out to use as a topping.
8
Distribute small dollops of cream cheese (or solely goat cheese for a richer flavor) evenly across the pitas.
9
Layer each pizza with the thinly sliced steak, followed by the asparagus and sliced mushrooms. Sprinkle goat cheese on top, drizzle with olive oil, and finish with a touch of garlic salt.
10
Bake the pitas in the preheated oven for 8-12 minutes, until they are slightly crispy. For added crispiness, broil the pizzas for an additional minute.
11
Serve warm, optionally drizzling with balsamic vinegar for an extra touch of flavor.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the primary dish described in this recipe?
The dish is Savory Pesto Steak and Goat Cheese Pita Pizzas with Asparagus Medley, featuring juicy broiled steak, creamy pesto, and fresh vegetables on pita bread.
What are the main ingredients needed for these pita pizzas?
The main ingredients include steak, 4 small pita breads, pesto sauce, light cream cheese, goat cheese, asparagus, mushrooms, and plum tomatoes.
How should I prepare the steak before broiling?
You should create small pockets in the steak by slicing against the grain, stuff the pockets with thin slivers of garlic, and season generously with salt.
How long does the steak need to be broiled?
Broil the steak for 3-4 minutes on each side, adjusting the time based on your preferred level of doneness.
What is the recommended oven temperature for baking the pita pizzas?
The oven should be preheated to 375°F (190°C).
How do I prevent the pita bread from sticking to the baking tray?
You can optionally sprinkle a bit of cornmeal on the baking tray to prevent the pita bread from sticking.
What type of pesto sauce is recommended for this recipe?
Classico Basil Pesto is the recommended brand for the pesto sauce.
How much pesto should be spread on each pita bread?
Spread at least one tablespoon of pesto over each pita, though you can add more for a bolder flavor.
How should the asparagus be prepared and cooked?
Snap off the tough ends, rinse the stalks, place them on a microwave-safe plate, cover with plastic wrap, and microwave on high for 1 minute to steam.
Can I use cream cheese instead of goat cheese?
The recipe suggests using small dollops of light cream cheese, or solely goat cheese for a richer flavor profile.
How many mushrooms are required for the recipe?
You will need 3 to 4 mushrooms, preferably Cafe mushrooms, sliced for the topping.
What seasoning is added just before baking the pizzas?
Before baking, drizzle the pizzas with olive oil and finish with a touch of garlic salt.
How long do the pita pizzas need to bake in the oven?
Bake the pizzas for 8-12 minutes until they are slightly crispy.
What is the tip for making the pizzas extra crispy?
For added crispiness, you can broil the pizzas for an additional minute after the baking time is complete.
What are some recommended side dishes for this meal?
The pita pizzas pair well with a crisp tossed salad or fresh fruit.
Is there a recommended garnish to add extra flavor after baking?
Drizzling the warm pizzas with balsamic vinegar is an optional way to add an extra touch of flavor.
How should the steak be sliced for the pizza topping?
The steak should be thinly sliced against the grain once it has cooled slightly after broiling.
What happens to the garlic used to stuff the steak?
Any garlic slivers that fall out during slicing should be kept and used as a topping for the pizzas.
How many pita breads are used in this recipe?
This recipe uses 4 small pita breads.
What kind of tomatoes are used?
The recipe calls for 2 sliced plum tomatoes.
What is the total number of ingredients used in this recipe?
There are 12 ingredients in total.
What category of meal does this recipe fall into?
While the category is blank in the data, the tags suggest it is suitable for lunch, snacks, or a quick dinner.
Is this considered a quick recipe?
Yes, it is tagged as a 'quick meal' and an 'easy recipe'.
Can this recipe be considered healthy?
Yes, the recipe includes the 'healthy' tag and features fresh vegetables and lean steak.
What type of cheese is used as the final topping sprinkle?
Crumbled goat cheese is sprinkled on top before the pizzas are baked.
How much olive oil is required?
The recipe calls for 1.5 tablespoons of olive oil for drizzling.
Do I need to salt the asparagus before microwaving?
Adding a pinch of salt to the asparagus before microwaving is optional but recommended if desired.
How much garlic salt and regular salt are used for seasoning?
The recipe uses 0.5 teaspoon of garlic salt for the pizzas and 0.5 teaspoon of salt for the steak.
What are the suggested tags for this recipe?
Tags include steak, pita pizza, pesto, goat cheese, asparagus, lunch, snacks, easy recipe, quick meal, and healthy.
In what order should the toppings be layered on the pita?
The order is: pesto, cream cheese dollops, sliced steak, asparagus, sliced mushrooms, and finally goat cheese, olive oil, and garlic salt.