Flavor-packed Grilled Flatbread with Garden Pesto & Cherry Tomatoes
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This is one of those quick garden meals that feels a little fancy without any fuss.
Grilling flatbread gives it a crisp, smoky edge — and when it’s topped with homemade pesto and juicy cherry tomatoes, it becomes a vibrant summer favorite.
It’s the kind of dish that works as an appetizer, side, or light main and is endlessly adaptable depending on what you’ve got growing.
📌 Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Uses fresh basil, parsley, or carrot tops for the pesto
- Comes together fast — perfect for entertaining
- Flexible toppings: cheese, grilled veggies, greens
- Naturally vegetarian and easy to make vegan
- Great for using up cherry tomatoes in bulk
📌 Quick Reference Section
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6–8 minutes
- Total Time: 15–20 minutes
- Servings: 4–6
- Dietary Info: Vegetarian (Vegan Optional)
Key Ingredients at a Glance:
🍕 Flatbreads or naan
🌿 Homemade garden pesto
🍅 Cherry tomatoes
🧄 Garlic
🧀 Mozzarella or goat cheese (optional)
Ingredients
- 2–3 naan or flatbread rounds
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/3 cup garden pesto (see notes)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Optional: 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella or crumbled goat cheese
- Optional: arugula, basil, or balsamic glaze for topping
Quick Garden Pesto:
- 1 cup fresh basil (or mix with parsley or carrot tops)
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 small garlic clove
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan (or nutritional yeast)
- Salt, pepper, and lemon juice to taste
Blend until smooth.
Substitutions & Ingredient Notes:
- Use store-bought pesto if short on time.
- Add grilled zucchini, mushrooms, or eggplant for a heartier flatbread.
- Make it vegan by skipping cheese or using a plant-based pesto.
Step-by-Step Cooking Instructions
1. Prepare the Flatbreads
- Brush flatbreads lightly with olive oil.
- If using cheese, sprinkle a little on first to melt under the toppings.
2. Add Pesto and Toppings
- Spread pesto generously over each flatbread.
- Top with halved cherry tomatoes and any other desired toppings.
- Add cheese if using.
3. Grill the Flatbreads
- Preheat grill to medium.
- Place flatbreads directly on the grates and cook for 6–8 minutes, covered, until crispy on the bottom and toppings are warmed and melty.
- Remove and let cool slightly before slicing.
Serving & Pairing Ideas
- Cut into wedges and serve as an appetizer or snack board.
- Pair with a crisp salad and grilled chicken for a full meal.
- Drizzle with balsamic glaze and top with arugula for extra brightness.
Storage & Make-Ahead Tips
- Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for 2–3 days.
- Reheating: Reheat in a toaster oven or skillet until crisp.
- Make-Ahead: Pesto can be made up to 5 days in advance and frozen in cubes.
Final Thoughts & Call to Action
This Grilled Flatbread with Garden Pesto & Cherry Tomatoes is rustic, fresh, and a great way to show off your herbs and tomatoes with minimal effort. 🍕🌿
If it ends up on your Father’s Day table, don’t forget to tag @SouthernSoils— I’d love to see your creations!
🌸 Need more grilled garden inspiration? Try:
