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Quick Weeknight Tortilla Pizza

Name: Quick Weeknight Tortilla Pizza
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Ingredients: 1 12" whole wheat tortilla; 3 tablespoons pizza sauce or tomato paste; 1/4 teaspoon dried basil; 1/4 teaspoon oregano; 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder; 1/3 cup black beans, (or protein of choice); Vegetables of choice ((see notes)); 1/4 cup shredded cheese of choice, (or more to taste)

I’ve been making a version of this quick and easy tortilla pizza since my high-school days and it’s still a favorite. A lot of my go-to toppings are very unusual for pizza, but I’m sharing them for those who are interested in trying something different. Otherwise, I encourage you to use this as a general guide or idea to make your own tortilla pizza with your own favorite toppings. It’s an incredibly versatile and simple recipe. Have fun with it!

Create Your Own Pizza Night

If you’re feeding a family, you could prepare pizza toppings and have everyone create their own tortilla pizza. It’s a fun and simple way to get kids involved in the meal preparation. Simply choose your family’s favorite tortillas (or another base), vegetables, proteins and cheeses.

How to Make a Quick Tortilla Pizza

Here is a simple step-by-step guide to making your own tortilla pizza at home.

Add Sauce
Start by spreading your favorite sauce on the tortilla. I have some sauce recommendations below, but you can choose your favorite and adjust the amount to your liking.
Add Vegetables and Protein
Add your favorite vegetables and protein to add nutrients, flavor and different textures. I’m sharing some options below.
Add Cheese
Use your cheese of choice. Vegan cheese works well for a plant-based pizza.
Cook
Cook for 10 minutes at 400℉. You can then change the oven to broil for a few minutes at the end, but watch it closely to avoid burning.

Suggested Pizza Toppings:

Sauce: I usually use tomato paste instead of pizza sauce as it’s something I always have on hand. It’s better than it sounds! But pizza sauce works well too. Choose what you have on hand and adjust the amount to taste. I like to sprinkle some basil, oregano and garlic powder on top, but this won’t be as important if you use store-bought pizza sauce. Store-bought pesto is another delicious and convenient option.

Vegetables: Great options include sliced mushrooms, spinach, tomatoes, sundried tomatoes, caramelized onions, bell peppers and kale (I love how it gets crispy). Olives, pickled banana peppers or jalapeños are also delicious.

Protein: I like using canned black beans or lentils for a convenient plant-based protein option. I understand that this is not a usual pizza topping choice, but I’ve been doing this for years and love it. Vegan meat alternatives, such as vegan pepperoni, would work very well for those who aren’t interested in having beans on their pizza.

Cheese: I typically use vegan cheddar or mozzarella. Use your favorite cheese, vegan or not.

Tortilla Pizza FAQ:

How Can I Make This Recipe Vegan?

Simply use your favorite plant-based protein and vegan cheese.

How Can I Make This Recipe Gluten-Free?

Use your favorite gluten-free tortilla or pizza base.

Can I Use Another Base For My Pizza?

Yes! Store-bought pitas and naan work very well.

More Weeknight Recipe Ideas:

Quick Weeknight Tortilla Pizza

A quick and easy weeknight tortilla pizza, made with your favorite toppings. This basic recipe can be adjusted to use any pizza toppings and can easily be made gluten-free, vegetarian or vegan. Use this as a guide to create your own individual pizza.

Course Main Course

Cuisine gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian

Prep Time 5

Cook Time 10

Servings 1

Ingredients

1 12" whole wheat tortilla
3 tablespoons pizza sauce or tomato paste
1/4 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon oregano
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/3 cup black beans, or protein of choice
Vegetables of choice (see notes)
1/4 cup shredded cheese of choice, or more to taste

Instructions

Preheat oven to 400℉.
Place a tortilla on a baking sheet. Spread the pizza sauce or tomato paste on top and sprinkle with herbs.
Top with black beans, vegetables of choice and cheese of choice.
Cook for 10 minutes, then broil a few minutes if desired until the cheese is melted. Watch carefully to avoid burning. Enjoy!

Notes

The measurements and ingredients are just a guide. This is a very versatile recipe. Add your favorite toppings in your portions of choice.

This recipe makes one individual portion. If you’re feeding a family, you could prepare some pizza toppings and have everyone create their own pizza!

Cheese: I typically use vegan cheddar or mozzarella. Use your favorite cheese, vegan or not.

If you make this tortilla pizza, be sure to leave a comment and/or give this recipe a rating! And if you try this recipe, don’t forget to tag me on Instagram!