This Roasted Tomato Basil Pizza makes a simple, delicious, healthy, vegetarian meal that's perfect any night of the week!
Your house is going to smell AMAZING! I love roasting tomatoes and garlic and now there are so many awesome varieties of tomatoes out there.
I used red, orange and yellow heirloom tomatoes, but you can use whatever you have in the house or whatever you find at the store. Try all of the different colors!
The orange and yellow tomatoes taste a little sweet, have a mild flavor and are less acidic than the typical red ones. This pizza is so simple to prepare, it's perfect for those busy weeknights and it just might get your picky kids to eat tomatoes!
And did I mention just how incredible your house is going to smell?
Roasting tomatoes and garlic has always been my favorite for a variety of dishes. This pizza is light, packed with delicious flavors and ridiculously easy to make.
The tomatoes are so bright and colorful and contain a ton of vitamins and minerals. Yes, bright and colorful even if you just use good old faithful red tomatoes.
Oh and feel free to go ahead and add some more vegetables if you'd like. Think of this as a "base" for other pizza recipes.
I have added spinach (my personal favorite) colorful bell peppers and onions. All delicious!
Do you guys like naan? It's the only Indian type food that I like (probably not surprising) but it's incredible.
Give me some naan and hummus or guacamole and I am one happy girl. You can find it pre-made in the bakery department of your grocery store.
Seriously, you need to try it.
I know there are recipes for homemade naan floating around the internet world, but I have never been successful with homemade breads of any type. Not pumpkin or banana bread, I mean good old regular bread.
But hey, maybe you want to check it out? For me I will just keep it simple and buy it pre-made from the grocery store.
It's soft and doughy and perfect for so many different recipes. Or like I said, just eating plain or with butter or guacamole.
It's AMAZING.
I've also made this as a super duper easy appetizer! Just slice it into bite size pieces or strips and voila!
You have a pretty, easy appetizer! And everyone loves pizza, right?
AND it just so happens to have festive colors for the holidays.
I'm telling you (in my bossy voice) you need to put this in your rotation. Whether it's Meatless Monday or Pizza Friday, you must make this.
You won't be sorry.
Ingredients
- 6 heirloom tomatoes I use red, yellow and orange
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ chopped fresh basil
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 naan breads or whole grain flat breads
- additional basil for topping optional
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- Place sliced tomatoes on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Sprinkle with garlic, salt and basil.
- Place in the oven and roast for 30-35 minutes.
- Place naan bread or flatbreads on baking sheet. Top with roasted tomatoes. Sprinkle with cheese and bake for 10 minutes until bread is crispy and cheese has melted.
- Top with additional basil. Serve immediately.
April says
These were sooooo good and soooo easy to make! Great for pizza night!
Lauren Kelly says
Yes! Thanks April!
Jessica says
When we have pizza night, we each make our own pizzas. This is the one I always make for myself... it's so good!
Lauren Kelly says
Love that!
Jamie says
Loved this tomato basil pizza! Counting down the days until my fresh ones are ready in the garden, so I can make it again!
Beth says
Absolutely yummy! My family and I really enjoyed this. Thanks for the super tasty pizza!
Samantha says
I could eat this every day! My whole family loved it, actually. It was easy to make, absolutely delicious, and a great way to use up the last of my summer basil. Can't wait to make it again!
Matt Taylor says
Tomato and basil with mozzarella is such an amazing comination. Especially on a pizza. It's like a Caprese salad in pizza form, haha. This recipe is amazing and super yummy, love it!
Natasha says
This recipe is so easy to make and it turned out so good too! We adding all of our favorite toppings, my kinds enjoyed the pizzas!
Natasha says
This recipe is so easy to make and it turned out so good too! We added all of our favorite toppings, my kids enjoyed the pizzas!
Toni says
Packed full of amazing flavors! I will definitely make it again soon!
Matt Taylor says
Such a yummy pizza recipe! The idea to use Naan as the pizza crust is genius, I do love Naan! I love how this pizza is so quick and easy to make too.
Beverly says
All my favourite ingredients. Could just eat this right off my iPad screen. xoxo
kellie+@+The+Suburban+Soapbox says
Love, love, love this pizza! My kids love pizza night because they can help....these are a perfect addition!
lauren.kelly says
Thank you Kellie!
Rose | The Clean Dish says
Haha! I'd love to hear your bossy voice! Your pizza looks *stunning* I can't get over all the beautiful colors! I can image how your house would smell after baking this pizza!! Hand me a slice already!! 🙂
lauren.kelly says
I like YOUR bossy voice too Rose! 😉 You got it!