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Classic Cheese, Tomato and Pesto Pizza
Classic Cheese, Tomato and Pesto Pizza

Classic Cheese, Tomato and Pesto Pizza

with Balsamic Rocket and Roasted Garlic Mayo Dip

Recipe Development Team
Recipe Development TeamPublished on October 13, 2025

Sometimes, the classics are the best. This pizza features a tomato base, topped with Cheddar, pesto and tomatoes, then served with a homemade roasted garlic dip for your crusts. With ready-made pizza dough, all you need to do is roll out, layer with toppings and bake for a pizza night at home.

Tags:
Veggie
Allergens:
Sulphites
Nuts
Cashew nuts
Milk
Wheat
Cereals containing gluten

The quantities provided above are averages only.

Produced in a facility that processes eggs, milk, fish, peanuts, sesame, shellfish, soy, tree nuts, and wheat.

Total20 minutes
Active 25 minutes
DifficultyEasy

Ingredients

serving amount

150 grams

Mature Cheddar Cheese

40 grams

Wild Rocket

12 milliliter(s)

Balsamic Glaze

(Contains: Sulphites)

30 grams

Basil Pesto

(Contains: Nuts, Cashew nuts, Milk May contain traces of: Peanut)

1 carton(s)

Tomato Passata

1 unit(s)

Medium Tomato

2 unit(s)

Garlic Clove

400 grams

Pizza Dough

(Contains: Wheat, Cereals containing gluten)

Not included in your delivery

2 tbsp

Mayonnaise

Nutritional information

Energy (kJ)3365 kJ
Energy (kcal)804 kcal
Fat28.1 g
of which saturates2.9 g
Carbohydrate114.6 g
of which sugars17.2 g
Dietary Fibre6.9 g
Protein20.3 g
Salt2.7 g
Potassium65.2 mg
Calcium43.2 mg
Iron0.3 mg
Always refer to the product label for the most accurate ingredient and allergen information.

Utensils

Chopping Board
Grater
Aluminum Foil
Knife
Baking Tray
Rolling Pin
Bowl
Fork
Small Bowl
Plate

Instructions

1

a) Preheat your oven to 220°C/200°C fan/gas mark 7. Remove the dough from the fridge and allow to come to room temperature. 

b) Cut the tomato into 2cm chunks.

c) Grate the Cheddar.

d) Pop the garlic (unpeeled) into a small piece of foil with a drizzle of oil and scrunch to enclose it.

2

a) Halve the ball of dough.

b) Sprinkle a little flour on a clean worktop, then roll each piece of dough into a thin circle, roughly the size of a dinner plate about 30cm wide and around 1/2 cm thick. 

c) Transfer to a large baking tray. TIP: Use two baking trays if necessary. To get a crisp, well-cooked base, roll the dough out thinly. If the dough is too thick, it can end up too soft or doughy after baking. 

3

a) Spread the passata over the pizza bases, leaving a 1cm border around the edge.

b) Top with tomato pieces, then the cheese.

c) When the oven is hot, roast the garlic parcel on the middle shelf until soft, 10-12 mins.

4

a) Slide the pizzas onto the top shelf and bake until the bases are golden and the cheese has melted and is bubbly, 15-18 mins. TIP: Oven temperatures may vary, so bake until the dough is cooked through and crispy. If you've used more than 1 tray, swap the trays around halfway through to ensure they cook evenly.

5

a) Meanwhile, once the garlic has cooled, cut the end with scissors, squeeze it out of the skin and mash with a fork.

b) Add the roasted garlic and mayo (see pantry for amount) to a small bowl and mix together. Season with salt if needed.

6

a) Drizzle the fresh pesto over the pizzas, then serve on a plate or board and cut into slices. 

b) Top your pizza with the rocket.

c) Drizzle the balsamic glaze and some olive oil over the leaves.

d) Serve with the roasted garlic mayo to dip your crust into. 

Enjoy!

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