Pistachio Basil Pesto spread across fluffy homemade flatbread dough topped with dairy-free cheese, kalamata olives, peppers, and more is sure to find a place on your dinner table either as an appetizer or for dinner.
I received free samples of Wonderful Pistachios mentioned in this post. By posting this recipe I am entering a recipe contest sponsored by Wonderful Pistachios and am eligible to win prizes associated with the contest. I was not compensated for my time.
So what's the difference between flatbread and pizza? To me, a pizza has very distinct details such as a traditional sauce, cheese, and toppings. A flatbread can get away with fewer toppings and unconventional sauces. That's why I decided to call this recipe a flatbread rather than pizza because the pesto isn't your normal sauce - but it does deliver on flavor and texture!
If you have tried basil pesto pizza and enjoyed it, you'll be obsessed with pistachio basil pesto flatbread. What's great about this pesto is you can spread it on flatbreads or pizza, like we're doing, or serve it on crostini, spread on sandwiches, or even mix it in pasta.
The flavors from the pistachios and basil blend beautifully in a spreadable pesto sauce for the base of your flatbread. Of course, I sprinkled on dairy-free cheese first, then topped with kalamata olives, salami, bell pepper, and red onion. Here's my secret to taking this flatbread to the next level: Right before serving, drizzle some honey all over! Seriously, honey is a game changer here. Try it and tell me what you think!
Pistachio Basil Pesto Flatbread
Ingredients
For the dough
- 1 envelope instant dry yeast
- 1 ½ cups warm water
- 4 cups bread flour
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 2 teaspoons kosher salt
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
For the pesto
- 1 cup Wonderful Pistachios
- 1 ½ cups packed basil
- 2 garlic cloves
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- ¼ cup olive oil
Topping ideas
- Sliced mushrooms
- Diced red onion
- Kalamata olives
- Dairy-free mozzarella cheese
Instructions
- To make the dough, in the bowl of a stand mixer, combine water and yeast. Let sit for about 10 minutes. Mix in bread flour, sugar, and kosher salt. As the mixer runs, add in olive oil. Beat until the dough forms into a solid ball. Transfer to a large greased bowl and cover in a warm place. Let double in size for about an hour. Once the dough has doubled in size, turn out onto a lightly floured work surface and divide into two equal pieces. Cover each piece of dough and let rest for 10 minutes.
- As the dough rests, mix all of the pistachio basil pesto ingredients together in a food processor. Pulse until combined then set aside.
- Preheat oven to 475F. Place each piece of dough onto a separate prepared baking sheet. Working with your hands, gently spread out dough working from the center out.
- Top flatbread starting with the pistachio basil pesto. Sprinkle on dairy-free cheese followed by other toppings. Bake for 15 minutes and enjoy!
Crystal // Dreams, etc. says
Now I'm hungry! This looks really good!
Jenna | The Urben Life says
Awh hah, thank you!
The Restless Wild says
Oooh this sounds delicious, and I like the idea of drizzling honey at the end! I'll have to try this asap!
Jenna | The Urben Life says
Oh yes, it's amazing!!
Kelly Page (@TastingPage) says
Love the idea of using pistachios in pesto. Great idea!
Jenna | The Urben Life says
Thank you!
Sarah Newman says
How YUMMM! I love pistachios but have never made pesto from it. Genius idea!
Jenna | The Urben Life says
Thank you! I hope you try it out 🙂
K.C. says
I'm loving the idea of pistachio pesto. I'm trying to taste it in my mind, but I guess it would be easier to just go make some!
Jenna | The Urben Life says
Hahah, I hope you do!
Falak says
That looks delicious. I am down for anything basil pesto related. 🙂
Jenna | The Urben Life says
Oh yes, fresh basil is the best!
Ola Broom says
I really enjoy flatbreads but have never attempted to make one. I would LOVE to try my hand at making this!
Jenna | The Urben Life says
I hope you do 🙂
Sunrita says
I have never made Bread before but this recipes gives me the confidence to try cause it sounds so yummy!
Jenna | The Urben Life says
It's so much easier than you'd think!
larakerrigannblog says
Oh my goodness this looks amazing! Thanks so much for sharing! I’ll definitely have to try it 🙂
Jenna | The Urben Life says
Thank you 🙂 Enjoy!
Momma Chef says
Yum! This recipe looks delish- definitely going to make this!
Jenna | The Urben Life says
Thanks, enjoy 🙂
Taisha says
oh this will definitely satisfy my pregnancy cravings! pinning this recipe for later! soo yummmy
Jenna | The Urben Life says
Yay!!! Enjoy and congrats 🙂
bumpstobaby says
Love love love this! So colorful too! What a great flavor combo!
Jenna | The Urben Life says
Thank you!!
NomadJenzie says
Wow this looks amazing! I never thought to use pistachios.I'm re-pinning the for later!
Jenna | The Urben Life says
Thank you!! Enjoy 🙂
teaspoonofspice says
I love baking bread and this is so my kind of meal!! Pinning this one 🙂
Jenna | The Urben Life says
Great, I hope you try it soon 🙂
Linda @thedutchbaker says
Whoa this looks and sounds wonderful! i love bread! thank you so much for sharing! 🙂
Jenna | The Urben Life says
Thanks, Linda! I hope you give this a try