Mardi Gras Pizza

Experience the vibrant flavors of New Orleans with this festive Mardi Gras Pizza! Topped with juicy andouille sausage, succulent shrimp, and a colorful medley of green and yellow bell peppers and purple onion, this pizza is a true celebration of Creole cuisine. The bold kick of Creole seasoning pairs beautifully with a delicious layer of melted mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses, all atop a crispy golden crust. Perfectly seasoned with fresh parsley and a sprinkle of optional red pepper flakes, this easy-to-make recipe is ready in just 35 minutes, making it ideal for a lively weeknight meal or a fun gathering. Whether you're hosting a Fat Tuesday feast or simply craving bold flavors, this Mardi Gras Pizza will bring a party to your plate!

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 large ball (12-inch crust) pizza dough
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Creole seasoning
• 2 links andouille sausage
• 1 cup raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1 medium, diced green bell pepper
• 1 medium, diced yellow bell pepper
• 1 medium, thinly sliced purple onion
• 1.5 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded
• 0.5 cups Parmesan cheese, grated
• 0.5 cup pizza sauce
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 475°F (245°C). If using a pizza stone, place it in the oven while preheating.

Step 2

Roll out the pizza dough into a 12-inch circle on a lightly floured surface. Transfer it to a baking sheet or a pizza peel lined with parchment paper.

Step 3

Brush the dough lightly with 1 tablespoon of olive oil and sprinkle evenly with the Creole seasoning.

Step 4

In a medium skillet, heat the remaining olive oil over medium heat. Slice the andouille sausage into thin rounds and cook for 2-3 minutes until lightly browned. Remove from the skillet and set aside.

Step 5

In the same skillet, sauté the shrimp for 1-2 minutes until pink and slightly opaque. Remove and set aside with the sausage.

Step 6

Spread the pizza sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a small border around the edges.

Step 7

Sprinkle half of the mozzarella cheese over the sauce. Arrange the cooked sausage, shrimp, diced bell peppers, and sliced onion evenly on top.

Step 8

Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella cheese and all of the Parmesan cheese over the toppings.

Step 9

Carefully transfer the pizza to the preheated pizza stone (if using) in the oven or place the baking sheet directly into the oven.

Step 10

Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 11

Remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool for 2-3 minutes. Sprinkle the chopped parsley and red pepper flakes (if desired) over the top.

Step 12

Slice and serve your festive Mardi Gras Pizza while hot!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1464.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2430.4

Total Fat 130.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 49.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.8g
Cholesterol 750.6mg	0%
Sodium 6278.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 160.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 20.4g	0%
Total Sugars 20.6g
Protein 162.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1998.9mg	0%
Iron 15.7mg	0%
Potassium 3013.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 47.5%

Protein: 26.4%

Carbs: 26.1%