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    Grilled Flatbread with Pesto and Mozzarella

    Published: Aug 8, 2023 by Vicky · This post may contain affiliate links · Leave a Comment

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    If you haven't tried grilled flatbread before, you are in for a treat! From one batch of dough, you can make many varieties of grilled flatbread, both savory and sweet. This recipe for Grilled Flatbread with Pesto and Mozzarella is a great if you are looking for party appetizer ideas.

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    This sponsored post about Grilled Flatbread with Pesto and Mozzarella is written by me on behalf of Kenmore Elite Grills.

    cheesy grilled flatbread
    Jump to:
    • ⭐Why Basil Pesto Flatbread is Awesome
    • 🍽 Ingredient Notes
    • 📋How to make Grilled Flatbread with Pesto and Mozzarella
    • 👩🏻‍🍳Expert Tips
    • 🤷🏻‍♀️Recipe FAQs
    • 🍕 Related Recipes
    • 📖 Recipe

    ⭐Why Basil Pesto Flatbread is Awesome

    • Grilled Flatbread with Pesto, Mozzarella, and Sun-Dried Tomatoes can be served as an appetizer, snack, or even as an easy weeknight dinner!
    • Perfect for outdoor gatherings!
    • Vegetarian friendly.
    • Fun for kids to roll out and customize with their own toppings!
    grilled flatbread with mozzarella and pesto


    🍽 Ingredient Notes

    • Flour - All-purpose flour is fine for this recipe.
    • Yeast - Make sure your yeast hasn't expired.
    • Pesto - You can make your own pesto with fresh basil, pine nuts, and olive oil or use store-bought pesto.
    • Fresh mozzarella cheese - I highly recommend using fresh mozzarella as opposed to shredded bagged cheese. It makes a real difference with the way this tastes.
    • Sun-dried tomatoes - Provides color and a subtle tartness to the flatbreads.


    📋How to make Grilled Flatbread with Pesto and Mozzarella

    This flatbread pizza recipe is easy to prepare when you have an awesome grill like the Kenmore Elite Grills. You can trust Kenmore for all your summer grilling needs.

    STEP 1: You'll start off by making an easy dough. In a large bowl, mix flour, sugar, yeast and salt.

    bowl with flour and yeast

    STEP 2: Heat water to 120-130 degrees and add it to the flour mixture.

    STEP 3: Mix to form a dough. Cover the dough and let it rise for an hour until it has doubled in size. Then place dough on a floured surface and form into a ball.

    dough

    STEP 4: Divide the dough into 8 equal pieces. Roll out each portion on a floured surface so it is fairly thin and 6-7 inches in diameter.

    dough and rolling pin

    STEP 5: Preheat a grill or stovetop griddle on medium-high heat. Roll out each dough ball into a thin flatbread, about ¼ inch thick. Brush one side of the flatbread with olive oil. This will prevent it from sticking to the grill.

    STEP 6: Cook dough on grill for 2-3 minutes on each side. Turn flatbread over when the dough starts getting darker and appears cooked.

    grilled flatbread.

    STEP 7: When the bread is cooked, remove it from the grill and spread pesto sauce on one side.

    dough with pesto

    STEP 8: Cover with sliced mozzarella and sprinkle on sun-dried tomatoes.

    flatbread with pesto and mozzarella.

    STEP 9: Return to grill and set heat to low. Shut the cover and leave the flatbread in for a few minutes until the cheese starts to melt. The fresh mozzarella melts beautifully with the top of the grill closed.

    flatbread with pesto mozzarella and sundried tomatoes

    STEP 10: Remove the flatbread from the grill and place on a cutting board. Slice the flatbread into smaller pieces and serve while they're warm.

    grilled flatbread with pesto and mozzarella

    👩🏻‍🍳Expert Tips

    Tip 1: Can use this same dough recipe to make pizza dough. It works for flatbread or pizza.

    Tip 2: You can also try this with goat cheese instead of mozzarella and the results would be equally fantastic!

    Tip 3: These cook up fairly quickly, making them a great party appetizer that your guests can personalize.


    🤷🏻‍♀️Recipe FAQs

    What do you serve with Grilled Flatbread with Pesto and Mozzarella?

    This flatbread pairs well with Mediterranean dishes like Greek salad, hummus, olives, and grilled vegetables.

    What else can I add to this flatbread?

    You can add some grilled chicken for protein. Additional toppings include roasted vegetables, Parmesan cheese, red pepper flakes for some spice, red onion, garlic, and balsamic glaze.


    🍕 Related Recipes

    • Chicken Pesto Pasta Bake
    • Sundried Tomato Pesto Pasta with Pancetta
    • Chicken with Pesto and Sun Dried Tomatoes
    • Caprese Air Fryer Sandwich

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    📖 Recipe

    Grilled Flatbread with Pesto and Mozzarella

    Vicky
    Grilled Flatbread with Pesto and Mozzarella - This is amazing! Simple to make for a crowd but be warned, people will not be able to stop eating it!
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    Prep Time 1 hour hr
    Cook Time 5 minutes mins
    Total Time 1 hour hr 5 minutes mins
    Course Appetizer
    Cuisine Italian
    Servings 8
    Calories 444 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    For flatbread

    • 2 cups flour
    • Dash of sugar
    • 1 package yeast
    • ½ teaspoon salt
    • ¾ cup warm water
    • 1 tablespoon olive oil

    Topping

    • 16 tablespoons pesto
    • 16 slices fresh mozzarella
    • 16 tablespoons sun dried tomatoes

    Instructions
     

    • In a large bowl, mix flour, sugar, yeast and salt.
    • Heat water to 120-130 degrees and add it to the flour mixture.
    • Mix to form into dough,
    • Knead on a floured surface and form into a ball.
    • Cover the dough and let it rise for an hour until it has doubled in size.
    • Return dough to a floured surface and divide into 8 equal portions.
    • Preheat a grill or stovetop griddle on medium-high heat. Roll out each dough ball into a thin flatbread, about ¼ inch thick. Brush one side of the flatbread with olive oil. This will prevent it from sticking to the grill.
    • Cook dough on a hot grill for 2-3 minutes on each side. Turn flatbread over when the dough starts getting darker and appears cooked.
    • When the bread is cooked, remove from grill and spread on pesto. Cover with sliced mozzarella and sun dried tomatoes.
    • Return to grill and set heat to low. Shut the cover and leave the flatbread in for a few minutes until the cheese starts to melt.
    • Remove the flatbread from the grill and place on a cutting board. Slice the flatbread into smaller pieces and serve while they're warm.

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    Notes

    • Can use this same dough recipe to make pizza dough. It works for flatbread or pizza.
    • You can also try this with goat cheese instead of mozzarella and the results would be equally fantastic!
    • These cook up fairly quickly, making them a great party appetizer that your guests can personalize.
    This nutritional information is approximate and was calculated using online calculators. Your nutritional information may vary depending on numerous factors.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 444kcalCarbohydrates: 33gProtein: 19gFat: 26gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 47mgSodium: 794mgPotassium: 428mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 1075IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 351mgIron: 3mg
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    I'm Vicky, the founder of Mess For Less, which I started in 2011 to share easy, family-friendly recipes. With over a decade of experience as a home chef and recipe developer, I love creating meals that bring people together. I also design play and learning activities for kids, using my background as a former teacher with a Master’s degree in education. Learn more about me.

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