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Buffalo Tuna Pizza

Buffalo Tuna Pizza

  • Author: Brian
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

Buffalo Tuna Pizza offers a bold and spicy flavor experience combining buffalo sauce (natural), smoky turkey bacon, flaky tuna, and creamy plant-based cheese. This pizza delivers a rich protein punch layered with fresh red onion, celery, and a sprinkle of fresh parsley for herbal brightness. Perfectly baked to a golden crust with melted cheese and vibrant toppings, it is a versatile and crowd-pleasing dish for dinners, parties, or casual meals.

Ingredients

Base

  • Pizza dough: 1 ball (store-bought or homemade)

Sauce

  • Buffalo sauce (natural): 1/2 cup
  • Natural gelling agent: 1/2 teaspoon
  • Apple cider vinegar: 1 teaspoon (for extra tang or deglazing)

Protein and Cheese

  • Tuna (fresh or canned): 1 cup, drained or flaked
  • Smoked turkey bacon: 4 slices, chopped
  • Plant-based cheese (e.g., mozzarella plant-based): 1 cup shredded

Vegetables and Herbs

  • Red onion (thinly sliced): 1/4 cup
  • Celery (chopped): 1/4 cup
  • Fresh parsley (chopped): 2 tablespoons for garnish

Instructions

  1. Prepare Your Dough: Roll out your pizza dough on a lightly floured surface to your preferred thickness. Transfer gently to a parchment-lined baking sheet or pizza stone for even cooking and a crispy crust.
  2. Spread the Buffalo Sauce: Use a spoon or brush to evenly spread a generous layer of buffalo sauce (natural) over the dough, leaving a small border around the edges for the crust. Optionally, stir in the natural gelling agent and apple cider vinegar into the sauce before spreading for added texture and tang.
  3. Add the Tuna and Smoked Turkey Bacon: Evenly distribute tuna chunks or flakes over the sauced dough. Sprinkle the chopped smoked turkey bacon on top to balance smoky and spicy flavors.
  4. Layer with Plant-Based Cheese and Veggies: Scatter shredded plant-based cheese evenly over the toppings. Follow with thinly sliced red onions and chopped celery for crunch and freshness.
  5. Bake to Perfection: Bake in a preheated oven at 220°C (425°F) for 12-15 minutes or until the crust turns golden and the cheese melts to a bubbly finish.
  6. Finish with Fresh Herbs: Remove the pizza from the oven and immediately sprinkle chopped fresh parsley over the top to add color and a fresh herbal aroma.

Notes

  • Use fresh tuna when possible for optimum texture, though quality canned tuna yields great results.
  • Avoid overloading toppings to maintain a crisp crust and ensure even baking.
  • Preheat oven thoroughly before baking to achieve the best crust and melted cheese texture.
  • Allow pizza to rest for a few minutes after baking before slicing to keep toppings in place.
  • Adjust spice level by using mild or hot buffalo sauce and adding extra on top as desired.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Appetizers
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice (1/8 of pizza)
  • Calories: 280
  • Sugar: 3 g
  • Sodium: 550 mg
  • Fat: 12 g
  • Saturated Fat: 4 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 28 g
  • Fiber: 2 g
  • Protein: 18 g
  • Cholesterol: 30 mg

Keywords: Buffalo Tuna Pizza, spicy pizza, plant-based cheese pizza, smoked turkey bacon pizza, dairy-free pizza, protein-rich pizza, gluten free pizza

Find it online: https://puretastekitchen.com/buffalo-tuna-pizza/