This shrimp pesto pizza is flavorful and satisfying. Perfect way to jazz up pizza night!
Let's talk pizza. Do you do Friday night pizza nights?
According to Packaged Facts, each man, woman and child in America eats an average of 46 slices (23 pounds) of pizza a year. Per person. That's a lot of pizza!
But, I'm pretty sure my family eats about that much each year. Because I'm dairy-free, I usually have to order just a salad and garlic rolls when we get pizza delivered. But when we make pizza from scratch at home, I get to make delicious pizza that I can eat and enjoy!
Homemade Pizza Dough and Spinach Pesto
Earlier this week, I shared two super easy recipes:
That's what I use as the base for this Shrimp Pesto pizza.
However, if you are totally short on time but still want to make this pizza, you can use store-bought pizza crust and store-bought, jarred pesto sauce. No judgment!
But, if you do have a little extra time, want to save money, and want a healthier pizza - try to make the dough and pesto from scratch when you can. :)
Shrimp Pesto Pizza
Because I'm dairy-free, I use dairy-free mozzarella-style shreds on my pizza. If you don't have any dairy issues, then go for full mozzarella.
This pizza is a nice blend of land and sea: I love how the earthiness of the mushrooms balances the brininess of the shrimp. And pesto goes so well with both!
While I do not put pine nuts in my pesto sauce, I did opt to sprinkle some on top of the pizza. I like the little added crunch it gives.
This is one of my regular pizzas that I make at home. It's great for leftovers the next day, too! I hope you enjoy it as much as I do!
Shrimp Pesto Pizza Recipe
Shrimp Pesto Pizza
Ingredients
Pizza Toppings
- 1 cup fresh or thawed frozen shrimp, tails off, cut into small pieces
- 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese or your favorite dairy-free alternative
- ½ cup pine nuts
Instructions
- Make the homemade pizza dough. Or, use your favorite store-bought pizza dough or pizza crust.
- Make the spinach pesto sauce. Or, use jarred store-bought pesto.
- Preheat oven to 425°F. Roll out the pizza dough. Brush olive oil on top of the dough. Sprinkle dried oregano over the top. Spread pesto sauce, then top generously with the shrimp, mushrooms, cheese, and pine nuts. Bake at 425°F for 8-12 minutes, until the crust gets a nice golden brown color, the shrimp turns pink, and the cheese is just melted.
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Tonje says
This pizza looks so different to anything I've ever tried. Can't wait to test it!
Ashley says
Yummmyyyyyy!!! Such a great "grown-up" pizza!!!
Karen @ Seasonal Cravings says
I love finding a new way to top pizza! This is so unique and looks like it's packed with flavor. Can't wait to try this out on my teens!
Heidy L. McCallum says
This has to be the most intriguing pizza ever. I love trying new pizza toppings and this pizza looks like it's calling my name to take a bite.
Patty at Spoonabilities says
Oh my gosh! What a fabulous pizza. I never would have thought of a shrimp pizza. Oh yeah, bring it on!