White Bean, Basil and Sun-Dried Tomato Pizza
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  • Number of Servings: 1
Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
  • 1 15 oz. can great northern or navy beans, drained
  • 2 cloves garlic, peeled and chopped
  • 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 10 oz. thin crust pre-made pizza crust
  • 1 cup shredded fresh basil leaves
  • 1/2 cup shredded, reduced fat mozzarella cheese
Directions
1. Preheat oven to 425º F.



2. Place sun-dried tomatoes in a small bowl and pour boiling water over them enough to just cover and let stand for 10 minutes to soften them. Drain well, then chop into thin strips.



3. Place beans, garlic and oregano in a food processor. Cover and blend until smooth.



4. Spread bean paste over surface of pizza crust.



5. Sprinkle with sun-dried tomatoes, basil and cheese.



6. Place pizza on an ungreased cookie sheet or pizza pan and bake for about 10 minutes or until cheese is melted.



Serves 6.



Reprinted with permission by Public Health – Seattle & King County
Nutritional Info Amount Per Serving
  • Calories: 189.0
  • Total Fat: 4.3 g
  • Cholesterol: 11.0 mg
  • Sodium: 251.6 mg
  • Total Carbs: 26.7 g
  • Dietary Fiber: 5.7 g
  • Protein: 12.3 g

Member Reviews
  • KRISTINKIRK
     Very good! If you want something a little lower carb, I would recommend using La Tortilla Factory tortillas as the base instead. They only have 80 calories and tons of fiber! - 4/3/08
  • JDLANDER
     I wasn't sure this would be very good, but it was amazing! My husband loved it!! The bean paste is not bland at all. I think it just depends on how big your garlic are. I had two really big ones and it almost gave it too much of a kick. Next time I am going to try to use smaller garlics. - 11/8/08
  • HILBEAN88
     I thought it was a little bland, like the bean mixture needed something else. I ended up putting a tablespoon of spaghetti sauce, which was ok, but I'm thinking of trying to mix in some pesto with the bean mixture next time. Otherwise, pretty good. - 3/21/07
  • CUDDLESUK
     Absolutely delicious and what a wonderful recipe to have for a guilt free pizza, loved the fresh basil and bean paste. I use fresh herbs in lots of my food, makes it tasty. Will make this again definitely! - 3/15/08
  • CD2022016
     This was delicious! The bean sauce is so much better than the regular pizza sauce! I added mushrooms and green pepper as well. What a great way to get veggies! - 10/29/07
  • LULU-BELL
     I added a fresh tomato and basil to the bean paste. It was a big hit at my house! So tasty and without the guilt! - 4/9/07
  • CLDLG02
     Very good! Even my picky early 20's daughter and her boyfriend ask for it! - 12/14/08
  • NUM1GOOFYMOM
     This is a wonderful recipe! I have made it with chicken added also. A family favorite at our house. - 9/17/08
  • CURFGRAD99
     I love the sun-dried tomato and fresh basil, and I always love cheese, but the bean spread was a little weird for me. My husband enjoyed its texture, though. And it is definitely very filling. - 3/18/08
  • JKAPLAN86
     this definitely had great flavor - I just had some problems cutting it! it was so messy with the bean paste! - 10/8/07
  • LIBRARYGRL1
     I agree that the bean paste could use a little something extra. I also might try it with fat free/reduced fat feta rather than mozzarella. But definitely nourishing and interesting. - 9/19/07
  • 4EVERFAMILY
     My husband was very skeptical, but he really liked it and I loved it! I really didn't miss all of the extra cheese! We had it 4 times in two weeks! - 3/26/07
  • BUSYMOMMA
     It had a good flavor, but it was a little too unusual for me. I wasn't used to the tastes and textures of the sun-dried tomatoes or fresh basil. The beans were OK though. - 3/17/07
  • RACH988
     It's interesting... very filling. I went out of my comfort zone a little on this one. I don't think I like sun-dried tomatoes.
    You can use any extra bean mixture as a dip for pita or bagel chips! - 3/14/07
  • LANAMFECI
     Cheated a little--added 2 TB of a prepared Pesto Rosso (sundried tomatoes, olive oil, garlic, parmesan). A little extra garlic, too. Sauteed portobello mushrooms and a bit of onion in olive oil, then topped with cheese. Rave reviews from my family. Would try it with green pesto for the puree too - 4/26/12
  • SSFEWKES
     Made this one for dinner last night. It was a bit on the dry side but tasty. This morning I had a piece for breakfast and it tasted much better and moister than it was for dinner. - 3/24/09
  • CAILEAG_LEISG
     I really liked thisl, even though I'm normally a pizza purist (tomato sauce and cheese only). I did modify it a little the second time I made it: I doubled the cheese and only used half a can of beans. I thought the "sauce" was a little overwhelming the first time, and the cheese a little skimpy. - 3/22/09
  • URBLESSING
     This is quite good and a really easy recipe. Thanks! - 9/29/08
  • MUSICNUT
     So tasty! - 7/19/20
  • ROSSYFLOSSY
     Interesting flavor. - 5/3/19
  • CD4994568
     never would have thought of using beans as the base for pizza! - 8/27/17
  • CD12291183
     Allergic to garlic and onions all peppers except black and white, any suggestions - 4/23/12
  • MSDISHYDISH
     I got all the ingredients for two pizzas for under $15. I chose an Italian cheese mix that included Parmesian. Excellent!! - 4/13/12
  • CD12051982
     I think next time I will add a few tablespoons of tomato paste to the beans; I really like tomato sauce on my pizza.

    Good with a really thin homemade crust and a lot of mushrooms. - 4/12/12
  • 4DOGNIGHT
     This looks like an intriguing recipe and I will definitely try it using whole wheat tortillas! - 10/22/11



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