Salsa Verde Pizza with Goat Cheese and Chorizo Rick Bayless

Elevate your pizza night with this irresistible Salsa Verde Pizza with Goat Cheese and Chorizo, inspired by the bold flavors of Rick Bayless. Featuring a tangy homemade salsa verde crafted from roasted tomatillos, poblano pepper, and fresh cilantro, this recipe brings vibrant, smoky depth to every bite. The toppings combine crumbled, savory chorizo with creamy goat cheese and melted mozzarella for a perfect balance of richness and spice. Optional add-ins like sweet corn kernels, red onions, and peppery arugula add layers of texture and brightness. Quick to prepare and utterly gourmet, this pizza is a flavor-packed twist on tradition, perfect for impressing dinner guests or indulging in a weeknight treat.

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 package Pre-made pizza dough
• 8 medium Tomatillos
• 1 large Poblano pepper
• 2 Garlic cloves
• 0.5 cup Fresh cilantro
• 1 tablespoon Lime juice
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 6 ounces Chorizo sausage
• 4 ounces Goat cheese
• 1 cup Shredded mozzarella cheese
• 0.5 cup Corn kernels (optional)
• 0.25 cup Red onion, thinly sliced
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 cup Fresh arugula (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C) and place a pizza stone or baking sheet inside to heat up.

Step 2

Remove the husks from the tomatillos and rinse them under warm water to remove any stickiness. Halve the tomatillos.

Step 3

Place the halved tomatillos, poblano pepper, and garlic cloves on a baking sheet. Roast in the oven for 10 minutes until soft and slightly charred.

Step 4

Transfer the roasted vegetables to a blender or food processor. Add fresh cilantro, lime juice, and salt. Blend until smooth to create your salsa verde.

Step 5

In a skillet over medium heat, cook the chorizo until fully browned and crumbled, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.

Step 6

Lightly flour a clean surface and roll out your pizza dough to your desired thickness. Carefully transfer the dough to a piece of parchment paper for ease of handling.

Step 7

Spread the salsa verde evenly over the pizza dough as the base sauce.

Step 8

Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the salsa verde, followed by crumbled goat cheese.

Step 9

Add the cooked chorizo on top, distributing evenly. Optionally, scatter corn kernels and red onion slices for added texture and flavor.

Step 10

Brush the edges of the pizza dough lightly with olive oil for a golden crust.

Step 11

Carefully transfer the pizza (along with the parchment paper) onto the preheated pizza stone or baking sheet. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 12

Remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool for 2-3 minutes. If desired, top with fresh arugula for a peppery finish.

Step 13

Slice and serve immediately. Enjoy your Salsa Verde Pizza with Goat Cheese and Chorizo!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1499.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3155.9

Total Fat 161.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 73.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 320.7mg	0%
Sodium 8559.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 291.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 21.0g	0%
Total Sugars 22.8g
Protein 140.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1193.5mg	0%
Iron 19.4mg	0%
Potassium 2129.7mg	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: 45.7%

Protein: 17.7%

Carbs: 36.6%