BLT Naan Pizza Recipe with Bacon, Arugula & Tomato

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This BLT Naan Pizza with Bacon, Arugula & Tomato is an easy and healthy lunch or dinner idea.
BLT Naan Pizza Recipe with Bacon, Arugula and Tomato...260 calories and 8 Weight Watchers Freestyle SP

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!”

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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.

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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).

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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.

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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.

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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.

BLT Naan Pizza Recipe with Bacon, Arugula and Tomato...260 calories and 8 Weight Watchers Freestyle SP

Slice the pizzas into quarters. Serve.

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BLT Naan Pizza with Bacon, Arugula & Tomato

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Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Total Time 20 mins

BLT Naan Pizza with Bacon, Arugula & Tomato is an easy and healthy lunch or dinner idea. 260 calories and 8 Weight Watchers Freestyle SP

Serves 4

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 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 cup (packed) arugula
  • 3/4 tsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1/4 tsp ground pepper

Directions

  1. Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. If using a pizza stone, heat the stone in the preheated oven for about 10 minutes.
  2. Lay 2 pieces of naan on a pizza peel or on a baking sheet (if you're not using a pizza stone).
  3. Spread 2 tablespoons of tomato on each piece of naan.
  4. Divide the bacon, tomato circles, mozzarella cheese and Parmesan cheese evenly between the 2 pieces of naan.
  5. 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.
  6. Bake until the cheese is melted and the naan bread is golden brown, 7 to 8 minutes.
  7. Transfer the pizzas to a cutting board and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
  8. While the pizza is resting, place the arugula in a small bowl and toss it with the lemon juice and ground pepper.
  9. Top each pizza with half of the arugula.
  10. Slice the pizzas into quarters. Serve.

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Recipe Notes

Weight Watchers Points: 8 (Freestyle SmartPoints), 8 (SmartPoints), 7 (Points+)

 

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Comments

    • Dara (Cookin' Canuck) says

      Thanks, Rachel. Yes, my older son was practically bursting with excitement, but did a very good job of keeping the secret.

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    • Dara (Cookin' Canuck) says

      Thanks, Dorothy! My parents re-did my room for me when I was a kid, too, and I’ll always remember that surprise.

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  11. Kimberly P. says

    Well, I do love the pizza idea, but the pics of your son’s obvious excitement of moving into his own “big-boy” room are just priceless!

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    • Dara (Cookin' Canuck) says

      Thanks, Kimberly! He was absolutely beside himself with excitement. He couldn’t wait to show his new room to his friends.

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    • Dara (Cookin' Canuck) says

      Thank you, Claire. It’s definitely going to become a regular item on our dinner menu.

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    • Dara (Cookin' Canuck) says

      Thanks, Crystal. I decided not to overdo it on the cheese on the pizza because the rest of the ingredients had plenty of flavor. That definitely helped to keep this healthy.

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  17. bellini says

    Our kids grow up so fast don’t they. My own will be getting married soon:D So don’t blink:D As for the pizza I like the ease of using naan.

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    • Dara (Cookin' Canuck) says

      I know that day will be here before I know it, but I can’t think about that yet. I can’t barely think of my older son starting middle school!

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    • Dara (Cookin' Canuck) says

      Aww, thank you so much, Lauren. Let’s hope our kids still think so when they’re in their teens. 🙂

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  23. kelley says

    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!

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    • Dara (Cookin' Canuck) says

      You’re so sweet, Kelley. Thank you for your kind words! And yes, I know about you and bacon. 🙂

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  32. kirsten@FarmFreshFeasts says

    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!

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  33. Aggie says

    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!!

    Reply

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