Description
Sheet pan taco pizza blends Mexican-inspired flavors with classic pizza comfort, creating a quick, crowd-pleasing meal. Crispy tortilla crust loaded with seasoned ground beef, melted cheese, and zesty toppings promises a fiesta of taste you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Base Ingredients:
- 1 (16 ounces / 450 grams) refrigerated pizza dough
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Protein and Seasoning Ingredients:
- 1 pound (450 grams) ground beef
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 packet (1 ounce / 28 grams) taco seasoning mix
- ¼ cup (60 milliliters) water
Topping Ingredients:
- 1 ½ cups (150 grams) shredded cheddar cheese or Mexican cheese blend
- 1 cup (250 milliliters) refried beans
- 1 cup (150 grams) cherry tomatoes, diced
- 1 cup (100 grams) shredded lettuce
- ½ cup (120 grams) black olives, sliced
- 1 avocado, diced or mashed
- ¼ cup (60 grams) sour cream
- ¼ cup (30 grams) green onions, chopped
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- ½ cup salsa or taco sauce
Instructions
- Prepare the baking canvas by heating the oven to a sizzling 425F (220C). Coat a sheet pan with a light layer of oil or protective parchment paper to ensure effortless pizza removal.
- Stretch the pizza dough across the sheet pan, gently coaxing it into every corner with fingertips. Brush the surface with olive oil, then partially bake until it transforms into a pale golden foundation, approximately 7-8 minutes.
- In a skillet, transform ground beef and diced onions into a savory mixture, cooking until the meat browns completely and loses its raw appearance. Eliminate excess grease, then introduce minced garlic, taco seasoning, and a splash of water. Allow the mixture to simmer and thicken into a robust filling.
- Create a delectable base by spreading a thin layer of warm refried beans across the partially baked crust. Distribute the seasoned meat evenly, ensuring complete coverage of the pizza landscape.
- Blanket the surface with a generous layer of shredded cheese, creating a melty canvas that promises delicious results.
- Return the pizza to the oven, allowing the cheese to melt and bubble while the crust achieves a golden-brown perfection, approximately 8-10 minutes.
- After baking, transform the pizza into a vibrant masterpiece by adorning it with crisp lettuce, juicy tomatoes, briny black olives, creamy avocado, zesty green onions, and fresh cilantro.
- Finish with a drizzle of cool sour cream and serve alongside salsa or taco sauce for an interactive dining experience. Slice into manageable squares and celebrate this innovative fusion of pizza and taco flavors.
Notes
- Double-check the pizza dough’s readiness by gently pressing the surface, ensuring it’s lightly golden and slightly crisp before adding toppings.
- Drain ground beef thoroughly to prevent soggy pizza crust and achieve a crispy texture that holds the toppings perfectly.
- Consider using lean ground turkey or plant-based meat alternatives for a healthier protein option that doesn’t compromise on flavor.
- Customize toppings based on dietary needs by offering dairy-free cheese, gluten-free crust, or vegetarian protein substitutes to make the recipe adaptable for everyone.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg