Shrimp Sweet Onion and Roasted Red Pepper Pesto Pizza

Elevate your pizza night with this Shrimp Sweet Onion and Roasted Red Pepper Pesto Pizza, a gourmet creation perfect for seafood lovers and flavor enthusiasts alike. This recipe combines tender, pan-seared shrimp with velvety caramelized onions and a luscious homemade roasted red pepper pesto, crafted with fresh basil, garlic, Parmesan, and pine nuts. Topped with gooey mozzarella cheese and baked to golden perfection, this pizza offers a delightful balance of savory, sweet, and smoky flavors. Using a preheated pizza stone ensures a crispy crust, while the layer of pesto adds a vibrant twist to traditional pizza sauce. Ideal for impressing guests or treating yourself to a culinary adventure, this 50-minute recipe is a must-try for fans of artisan pizza.

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound Pizza dough
• 12 medium Shrimp (peeled and deveined)
• 1 large Sweet onion
• 2 pieces Roasted red pepper
• 10 leaves Fresh basil leaves
• 2 cloves Garlic
• 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese
• 2 tablespoons Pine nuts
• 0.25 cup Olive oil
• 1.5 cups Mozzarella cheese (shredded)
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 tablespoon Butter
• 2 tablespoons All-purpose flour (for dusting)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Slice the sweet onion thinly. Heat a skillet over medium heat, add 1 tablespoon of butter, and cook the onions with a pinch of salt until caramelized, about 10 minutes. Set aside.

Step 3

To prepare the roasted red pepper pesto, combine roasted red peppers, basil leaves, garlic, Parmesan cheese, pine nuts, olive oil, 1/4 teaspoon of salt, and 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper in a blender. Blend until smooth and set aside.

Step 4

Season the shrimp with a pinch of salt and black pepper. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat with a drizzle of olive oil. Cook the shrimp for 1-2 minutes on each side until pink and opaque. Remove from heat and set aside.

Step 5

On a lightly floured surface, roll out the pizza dough into a 12-inch circle. Carefully transfer the dough onto a sheet of parchment paper for easy maneuvering.

Step 6

Spread a thin, even layer of the roasted red pepper pesto over the pizza dough, leaving about 1 inch of space around the edges.

Step 7

Scatter the caramelized onions over the pesto layer, followed by the cooked shrimp.

Step 8

Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the pizza.

Step 9

Using oven mitts, carefully transfer the pizza (with the parchment paper) onto the preheated pizza stone or baking sheet. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbling.

Step 10

Remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool for 2-3 minutes before slicing. Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1389.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2727.0

Total Fat 133.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 42.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 11.5g
Cholesterol 538.7mg	0%
Sodium 5851.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 251.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 25.0g	0%
Total Sugars 26.0g
Protein 137.6g	0%

Vitamin D 324.1IU	0%
Calcium 1320.7mg	0%
Iron 18.3mg	0%
Potassium 2091.9mg	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: 43.6%

Protein: 20.0%

Carbs: 36.4%