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
Printable Recipe
BLT Naan Pizza with Bacon, Arugula & Tomato
Ingredients
- 2 pieces whole wheat naan
- ¼ cup tomato sauce
- 3 slices cooked bacon crumbled
- 1 ½ Roma tomatoes cut into ¼-inch thick circles
- ¼ cup packed grated mozzarella cheese
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ cup packed arugula
- ¾ teaspoon fresh lemon juice
- ¼ 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
Nutrition
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Jessica@AKitchenAddiction
What a great birthday present for your son! Absolutely love the flavors of this pizza! We've been trying different naan pizzas lately, this one needs to get added to the list!
Dara (Cookin' Canuck)
Thanks, Jessica. Naan pizzas are awfully addictive, aren't they?
Lauren @ Climbing Grier Mountain
You guys are the best parental units!! And this naan pizza, amazing!!
Dara (Cookin' Canuck)
Aww, thank you so much, Lauren. Let's hope our kids still think so when they're in their teens. 🙂
Barbara | Creative Culinary
I love that you used the words bacon and healthy to describe this pizza. Poor bacon has a bad rap...it IS all about moderation!
Naan is genius; I will use a store bought pizza dough but this is even easier. Love it.
Dara (Cookin' Canuck)
So true, Barb! Everything in moderation.
bellini
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.
Dara (Cookin' Canuck)
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!
nessa
So cute! I love naan (specially homemade), and these look fantastic!
Dara (Cookin' Canuck)
Thanks, Nessa. Someday I will learn to make my own naan!
Laura (Tutti Dolci)
I love naan pizzas, yum!
Dara (Cookin' Canuck)
Thanks, Laura. I feel the same way.
Crystal @ Simply Playful Fare
Those pizzas look so good! I love that you can make an individual pizza how ever you want, and that it's pretty low-cal. I remember the first time I had a room to myself. So special!
Dara (Cookin' Canuck)
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.
Meagan @ A Zesty Bite
I remember loving when my parents would let me redo my room. Love this pizza.
Dara (Cookin' Canuck)
Thanks, Meaghan. Yes, I remember it as a such a wonderful feeling of independence.
claire @ the realistic nutritionist
This is AMAZING!
Dara (Cookin' Canuck)
Thank you, Claire. It's definitely going to become a regular item on our dinner menu.
Kimberly P.
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!
Dara (Cookin' Canuck)
Thanks, Kimberly! He was absolutely beside himself with excitement. He couldn't wait to show his new room to his friends.
Lori @ RecipeGirl
Cutest story ever 🙂 Love your pizza too!
Dara (Cookin' Canuck)
Thanks, Lori! It was a fun day for all of us.
Angie
I should make more naan pizzas, this looks so good, and your son is such a cutie!
Dara (Cookin' Canuck)
Thank you, Angie. We're kind of fond of him. 🙂
Bev @ Bev Cooks
You don't eeeeeven have to twist my arm.
Dara (Cookin' Canuck)
Thanks, Bev. I feel the same way about pizza.
Maria
I love using naan for pizza crust! I am so glad he liked his surprise! So fun!
Dara (Cookin' Canuck)
Thanks, Maria. He was a very happy boy!
Abby @ The Frosted Vegan
This naan pizza thing is intriguing me, I can't wait to try!
Dara (Cookin' Canuck)
Thanks, Abby. It's a great ingredient to have on hand for quick meals.
Dorothy @ Crazy for Crust
I still remember when my parents did that for me! I was so excited to have a redone room. This pizza. Well. I'm ALL about pizza 24/7!
Dara (Cookin' Canuck)
Thanks, Dorothy! My parents re-did my room for me when I was a kid, too, and I'll always remember that surprise.
Rachel @ Baked by Rachel
What a sweet surprise!! I love that your other son was in on the surprise. Fantastic pizza! I blame you if I break down and make some later 😉
Dara (Cookin' Canuck)
Thanks, Rachel. Yes, my older son was practically bursting with excitement, but did a very good job of keeping the secret.
Tieghan
So cute! I bet the was such an awesome day for all you guys!
Love this pizza!! So fresh and summery!
Dara (Cookin' Canuck)
Thanks, Tieghan. He was pretty thrilled with his birthday surprise!
Lydia (The Perfect Pantry)
I always have naan in the freezer, and almost always use it for pizza. Love this quick and easy version.
Dara (Cookin' Canuck)
It really is a great ingredient to have on hand.
Liz @ The Lemon Bowl
What a gorgeous pizza!! Love the idea of naan crust!!
Dara (Cookin' Canuck)
Thanks, Liz. I love the ease of the naan bread.