This BLT Naan Pizza with Bacon, Arugula & Tomato is an easy and healthy lunch or dinner idea.
Last week, I told you about the surprise that my husband, Steve, and I planned for our youngest son’s (T) ninth birthday. As soon as he headed off to school, we started on some heavy lifting. Two hours and many sore muscles later, the transformation was complete. My little boy had his own room for the first time, and we were absolutely itching to see his reaction when he got home from school.
As soon as T walked through the door and dropped his backpack to the floor, we asked him to cover his eyes. Our older son, M, could barely contain his excitement because he was in on the surprise – and was rather happy to be getting his own room out of the deal. We spun him around a couple of times (the ol’ “confuse ’em by making ’em dizzy” trick) and guided him up the stairs. When T was standing in front of his new door, adorned with “Happy Birthday” balloons, we asked him to open his eyes.
His eyes got big and he let out an exclamation of delight as he pushed open the door. “Oh wow! This is the BEST GIFT EVER!”
As much as it makes our hearts ache to see the boys grow up, we rejoice with them as they experience life’s twists and turns. Having one’s own room can be a rite of passage, and it is another step towards the independence that we are teaching our boys to embrace.
And now, on to the recipe.
The BLT Naan Pizza recipe:
This pizza takes all of the elements of a classic BLT sandwich and piles them on top of whole wheat store-bought naan bread. Within minutes, you can go from, “What the heck are we going to have for dinner?” to a meal that is both satisfying and healthy.
Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. If using a pizza stone, heat the stone in the preheated oven for about 10 minutes.
Lay 2 pieces of naan on a pizza peel or on a baking sheet (if you’re not using a pizza stone).
Spread 2 tablespoons of tomato on each piece of naan.
Divide the bacon, tomato circles, mozzarella cheese and Parmesan cheese evenly between the 2 pieces of naan.
If using a baking stone, transfer the pizzas from the peel to the stone. If using a baking sheet, place the baking sheet in the oven.
Bake until the cheese is melted and the naan bread is golden brown, 7 to 8 minutes.
Transfer each BLT naan pizza to a cutting board and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
While the pizza is resting, place the arugula in a small bowl and toss it with the lemon juice and ground pepper.
Top each pizza with half of the arugula.
Slice the pizzas into quarters. Serve.
Other pizza recipes:
Thai Chicken Naan Pizza with Peanut Sauce, Red Pepper & Carrots
Vegetarian Naan Pizza with Eggplant & Cilantro Jalapeno Pesto
BLT Naan Pizza with Bacon, Arugula & Tomato
Ingredients
- 2 pieces whole wheat naan
- 1/4 cup tomato sauce
- 3 slices cooked bacon crumbled
- 1 1/2 Roma tomatoes cut into 1/4-inch thick circles
- 1/4 cup packed grated mozzarella cheese
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup packed arugula
- 3/4 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
- 1/4 teaspoon ground pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. If using a pizza stone, heat the stone in the preheated oven for about 10 minutes.
- Lay 2 pieces of naan on a pizza peel or on a baking sheet (if you're not using a pizza stone).
- Spread 2 tablespoons of tomato on each piece of naan.
- Divide the bacon, tomato circles, mozzarella cheese and Parmesan cheese evenly between the 2 pieces of naan.
- If using a baking stone, transfer the pizzas from the peel to the stone. If using a baking sheet, place the baking sheet in the oven.
- Bake until the cheese is melted and the naan bread is golden brown, 7 to 8 minutes.
- Transfer the pizzas to a cutting board and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
- While the pizza is resting, place the arugula in a small bowl and toss it with the lemon juice and ground pepper.
- Top each pizza with half of the arugula.
- Slice the pizzas into quarters. Serve.
Notes
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gina @ skinnytaste
I love naan, this is genious!
Helene
I really have to make this recipe, thanks for sharing, that looks yummy and something my family would love to eat.
Nutmeg Nanny
Aw, I love that! He looks ecstatic 🙂
This pizza looks wonderful, great flavors!
Aggie
Oh my gosh, your little guy is adorable and really, what a fun surprise gift!! Love that!!
You know I love this, naan pizza is one of my favorites. The toppings on this are absolutely fantastic!!
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Dara,
Your son looks just delighted with his new room–what a wonderful birthday surprise.
This pizza looks delicious–I’m chomping at the bit for the CSA farm share to get started so I can some fresh greens on my pizza. In my pizza I’m good with, but it’s time to branch out.
Thanks!
Katrina @ In Katrina's Kitchen
Ahhh he’s adorable. But tell him I said he’s cool or something like that 🙂
ashley - baker by nature
Oh yum! Totally dreaming of this right now.
Megan {Country Cleaver}
Happy birthday to your little dude!! How great! And I would totally celebrate with these pizzas, too. YUMOH!
Sommer @ ASpicyPerspective
Great-looking pizza!
Deborah
I love this – especially how easy it is with the Naan!!
Annalise
Yum! This looks right up my alley. I pretty much always have BLT stuffs on hand, going to pick up some naan asap!
Carla @ Carlas Confections
I cannot stop staring at this pizza. It looks so amazing! I want it right now! 😉
Cassie | Bake Your Day
Aww, he looks so happy in his new room! What a fun surprise. I love these pizzas, Dara. Naan pizza is a great idea!
kelley
What a sweet picture. I can only imagine how thrilled they both are to have their own rooms. You and Steve are such awesome parents- I really look to you guys for role models! The pizza doesn’t look half bad either 🙂 You know I love my bacon!
Dara (Cookin' Canuck)
You’re so sweet, Kelley. Thank you for your kind words! And yes, I know about you and bacon. 🙂
Paula - bell'alimento
I love arugula on pizza!
Dara (Cookin' Canuck)
I agree, Paula!
addie | culicurious
Great looking pizza, Dara! I love those quick easy delicious meals 🙂 Great for weeknights!
Dara (Cookin' Canuck)
Thank you, Addie. I do love the ease of naan bread.