Shrimp & Sweet Onion Pesto Pizza with Roasted Red Peppers
This Shrimp & Sweet Onion Pesto Pizza is a delightful culinary creation perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a weekend gathering with friends. Featuring succulent shrimp, sweet caramelized onions, and vibrant roasted red peppers, this pizza is elevated by a homemade roasted red pepper pesto that adds a burst of flavor and depth to every bite. Topped with gooey mozzarella and fresh basil, each slice is a harmonious blend of textures and tastes, making it a crowd-pleaser for any occasion. Prepare to impress your guests with this deliciously satisfying dish that you'll want to make again and again!
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Servings
170
Calories
18
Ingredients
Ingredients
large shrimp
1 lb (peeled, deveined, halved lengthwise)
extra virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons
fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon
minced garlic
1 tablespoon
red pepper flakes
1/2-3/4 teaspoon
Boboli pizza crust
1 (12 inch)
sweet onion
1/2 medium (cut into thin wedges (Walla Walla or Vidalia))
red bell pepper
1 small (seeded, deribbed, and cut into long thin strips)
shredded mozzarella cheese
2 cups (coarsely shredded)
fresh basil leaves
10 (torn into large pieces)
large garlic clove
1
kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon
roasted red peppers
16 ounces (drained and blotted dry with paper towels)
freshly grated parmesan cheese
3 tablespoons
large fresh basil leaves
4 (torn into large pieces)
extra virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon
sugar
3/4 teaspoon
red pepper flakes
1/4 teaspoon
Instructions
1
Begin by preparing the roasted red pepper pesto: In a food processor, combine the garlic and kosher salt; process until the garlic is minced.
2
Add the drained roasted red peppers, freshly grated Parmesan cheese, basil leaves, extra virgin olive oil, sugar, and red pepper flakes to the processor. Blend until smooth and creamy. You can use this immediately or store it in a covered container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
3
Preheat your oven to 500°F (260°C), positioning an oven rack in the center and placing a baking stone on the rack if you have one.
4
In a large mixing bowl, toss the shrimp with extra virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, minced garlic, and red pepper flakes until evenly coated.
5
Take the Boboli pizza crust out of its packaging, setting aside the sauce for later use if desired.
6
On a pizza screen, pizza pan, or rimless baking sheet (or a pizza peel if using a baking stone), lay out the pizza crust.
7
Spread the homemade roasted red pepper pesto evenly over the crust, leaving about a 1-inch border around the edges.
8
Distribute the thinly sliced sweet onion and bell pepper strips over the pesto layer.
9
Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese evenly across the top.
10
Tear the fresh basil leaves and scatter them over the cheese before placing the shrimp in a single layer atop everything.
11
Carefully transfer the pizza to the preheated oven or onto the baking stone. Bake for approximately 10-12 minutes or until the crust is crisp and a deep golden brown, and the shrimp turn pink and curl slightly.
12
Once done, remove the pizza from the oven, slice it into wedges, and serve immediately while hot.
Nutrition Information
7g
Fat
16g
Carbs
9g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the name of this pizza recipe?
The recipe is for Shrimp & Sweet Onion Pesto Pizza with Roasted Red Peppers.
What are the primary flavors of this pizza?
The pizza features succulent shrimp, sweet caramelized onions, vibrant roasted red peppers, and a homemade roasted red pepper pesto.
How do you make the roasted red pepper pesto?
In a food processor, combine garlic and salt, then add drained roasted red peppers, Parmesan cheese, basil, olive oil, sugar, and red pepper flakes and blend until smooth.
How long can the homemade pesto be stored?
It can be stored in a covered container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
What is the required oven temperature for this pizza?
The oven should be preheated to 500°F (260°C).
Where should the oven rack be positioned?
The oven rack should be positioned in the center of the oven.
How is the shrimp prepared for the pizza topping?
The shrimp should be peeled, deveined, halved lengthwise, and tossed with olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, and red pepper flakes.
What type of pizza crust is used in this recipe?
One 12-inch Boboli pizza crust is used.
What should be done with the sauce packet included with the Boboli crust?
The included sauce can be set aside for later use as it is not needed for this specific recipe.
How much mozzarella cheese is required?
The recipe calls for 2 cups of coarsely shredded mozzarella cheese.
What varieties of sweet onion are recommended for this pizza?
Walla Walla or Vidalia onions are recommended, cut into thin wedges.
How should the red bell pepper be prepared?
The red bell pepper should be seeded, deribbed, and cut into long thin strips.
How much of a border should be left when spreading the pesto?
Leave about a 1-inch border around the edges of the pizza crust.
When should the fresh basil leaves be added to the pizza?
Tear the basil leaves and scatter them over the cheese before placing the shrimp on top.
What is the total baking time for the pizza?
The pizza should bake for approximately 10-12 minutes.
How can you tell when the pizza is done baking?
The crust will be crisp and deep golden brown, and the shrimp will turn pink and curl slightly.
How many calories are in a serving?
There are 170 calories per serving.
What is the fat content per serving?
The fat content is 7 grams per serving.
How much protein does this pizza provide per serving?
Each serving contains 9 grams of protein.
What is the carbohydrate count per serving?
There are 16 grams of carbohydrates per serving.
Is this recipe suitable for a quick weeknight dinner?
Yes, it is described as a delightful culinary creation perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or gathering.
What tags are associated with this seafood pizza?
Tags include pizza, shrimp, pesto, roasted red peppers, weeknight dinner, seafood, italian, quick meal, and comfort food.
How much minced garlic is used for the shrimp toss?
One tablespoon of minced garlic is used for the shrimp.
How many garlic cloves are needed for the pesto?
One large garlic clove is used specifically for the pesto base.
How much Parmesan cheese is used in the pesto?
The pesto requires 3 tablespoons of freshly grated Parmesan cheese.
Is there any sugar in the pesto recipe?
Yes, the pesto includes 3/4 teaspoon of sugar.
How much kosher salt is used in the pesto?
The recipe uses 1/2 teaspoon of kosher salt.
What type of lemon juice should be used for the shrimp?
One tablespoon of fresh lemon juice is recommended.
What equipment can be used to bake the pizza?
You can use a pizza screen, pizza pan, rimless baking sheet, or a pizza peel with a baking stone.
How should the pizza be served?
Remove the pizza from the oven, slice it into wedges, and serve immediately while hot.