Ingredients:

  • 1 pint (250g) cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 2 tbsp (30ml) extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/2 tsp (3g) sea salt
  • 1/4 tsp (1g) cracked black pepper
  • 1 clove (5g) garlic, minced
  • 2 large (10 oz / 280g each) flatbreads or Naan
  • 2 tbsp (30ml) tomato paste or light pesto
  • 6 oz (170g) fresh mozzarella, diced into small cubes
  • 1/4 cup (10g) shaved Parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 cup (15g) fresh basil leaves, torn
  • 1 tbsp (15ml) balsamic glaze

Instructions:

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Toss the halved cherry tomatoes, olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl until evenly coated.
  3. Spread the tomatoes cut-side up on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  4. Roast for 10–12 minutes until the skins begin to shrivel and the edges look slightly charred.
  5. While tomatoes roast, place the flatbreads on a fresh piece of parchment paper.
  6. Using a pastry brush, apply a thin, even layer of tomato paste or pesto, leaving a 1/2 inch (1.2cm) border around the edges.
  7. Distribute the diced mozzarella evenly across the base.
  8. Carefully spoon the roasted cherry tomatoes and any flavorful oil from the pan over the cheese.
  9. Sprinkle the shaved Parmesan over the top and bake until the cheese is melted and the crust is golden and crisp.
  10. Finish with torn fresh basil leaves and a drizzle of balsamic glaze before serving.