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Cheesy Tex-Mex Fiesta Black Bean Pizza

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Fiesta Pizza Recipe

Cook Time: 15 minutes
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories per serving: 350.3
Rating: 4 (1 review)

Ingredients:

  • 1 to 1 1/2 cups cornmeal
  • 1 can (15 ounces) black beans
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup chopped green chilies
  • 1 cup salsa
  • 3/4 cup chopped onion
  • 3/4 cup chopped green pepper
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup sliced ripe olives
  • 1 1/2 cups chopped tomato

Instructions:

  1. Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C).
  2. Sprinkle cornmeal onto a lightly greased 12-inch pizza pan. Press the pizza crust into the pan.
  3. Bake the crust at 450°F (230°C) for 10-12 minutes or until lightly browned.
  4. In a bowl, stir together the black beans, ground cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, and salt. Mash the mixture with a fork or potato masher. Stir in the chopped green chilies. Spread this bean mixture over the pre-baked crust.
  5. Combine the salsa and pizza sauce, then spread it over the bean mixture on the crust.
  6. Sprinkle the chopped onion, green pepper, shredded cheddar cheese, and sliced olives over the salsa-pizza sauce mixture.
  7. Bake the pizza at 450°F (230°C) for 12 to 15 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  8. Once out of the oven, sprinkle with chopped tomatoes if desired.

Description:
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Tex-Mex cuisine with this Fiesta Pizza recipe! Bursting with black beans, crunchy vegetables, and gooey cheese, this pizza is a fiesta for your taste buds. The crust is prepped with a sprinkle of cornmeal, giving it a delightful crunch and texture. The black bean mixture, seasoned with aromatic spices like cumin, chili powder, and garlic powder, forms a hearty base layer on the crust. Topped with a zesty salsa-pizza sauce combo, along with colorful veggies like onions, green peppers, and tomatoes, this pizza is a visual and gastronomic delight. The final touch of shredded cheddar cheese and sliced olives adds a creamy richness and a burst of briny flavor. Whether you’re hosting a casual dinner party or simply craving a flavorful meal, this Fiesta Pizza is sure to impress with its Southwestern flair and satisfyingly cheesy goodness!

Nutritional Information (per serving):

  • Calories: 350.3
  • Fat: 16g
  • Saturated Fat: 9.4g
  • Cholesterol: 45.9mg
  • Sodium: 989.9mg
  • Carbohydrates: 33.5g
  • Fiber: 9.9g
  • Sugar: 5.3g
  • Protein: 20.4g

Keywords: Beans, Vegetable, Tex Mex, Southwestern U.S., <60 Mins, Oven

Recipe Category: Black Beans

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