This lazy mini pizza on toast bread is a clever fix for anyone craving the bold, familiar flavor of pizza without the wait. Crisp edges, molten cheese, and fragrant herbs turn an everyday slice of toast into a satisfying snack the whole family will reach for.
Ingredients
- Toast bread — 8 slices
- Tomato sauce (pizza sauce or ketchup) — 6 tbsp
- Mozzarella or hard cheese — 150g (5 oz), grated
- Sausage or ham — 120g (4 1/4 oz), sliced
- Tomato — 1, cut into rounds
- Bell pepper — 1/2, thinly sliced
- Olives — 8 to 10, sliced
- Olive oil — 1 tbsp
- Italian herbs or oregano — 1 tsp
- Salt — to taste
- Black pepper — to taste
Step-by-Step Recipe
- Preheat the oven to 220°C (428°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Mix the tomato sauce with the Italian herbs and a pinch of black pepper. Add a little salt if needed.
- Arrange the toast slices on the baking sheet and brush each one lightly with olive oil.
- Spread the sauce over the bread, leaving a small border around the edges.
- Add the toppings: sausage, tomato slices, bell pepper, and olives. Finish with a generous layer of grated cheese.
- Bake for 6 to 8 minutes, until the cheese is melted and the toast edges are golden. Serve hot. Sprinkle with fresh herbs if you like.
Nutritional Value (per serving)
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 400 kcal |
| Protein | 19 g |
| Fat | 20 g |
| Carbohydrates | 40 g |
| Fiber | 3 g |
| Sugar | 6 g |
| Sodium | 850 mg |
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Tips and Variations
- No oven: make the mini pizzas in a nonstick skillet, cover, and cook over low heat for 5 to 6 minutes, until the cheese melts.
- Sauces: swap the tomato sauce for pesto, sour cream mixed with garlic, or a 1:1 blend of ketchup and tomato paste.
- Cheese: use a mozzarella and cheddar blend for extra stretch and a fuller flavor.
- For more crunch: toast the bread for 2 to 3 minutes in the oven or toaster before adding the sauce and toppings.
- Lighter versions: choose whole-grain or gluten-free bread, low-fat cheese, and turkey instead of sausage.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I make it on the stovetop only, without an oven?
Yes. Assemble the mini pizzas in a dry skillet, cover with a lid, and cook over low heat for 5 to 6 minutes so the cheese melts and the bottom turns golden.
What can I use instead of tomato sauce?
Pesto, sour cream with garlic and herbs, ketchup, tomato paste with a pinch of sugar and oregano, or barbecue sauce all work well if you want a different flavor.
How do I make a gluten-free version?
Use gluten-free toast bread and check the labels on the sausage and sauce to make sure they do not contain gluten-containing additives.