Description
Say hello to your new favorite easy dinner idea and quick lunch fix: Pizza Toast! Crispy on the outside, melty on the inside, and loaded with your favorite pizza flavors — this recipe is a total crowd-pleaser. Perfect for busy weekdays or lazy brunches, it’s one of those food ideas that takes minimal effort and delivers max flavor. Whether you’re in need of breakfast ideas, a healthy snack, or just a fun meal to make with kids, this easy recipe fits the bill.
Ingredients
4 slices thick bread
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 cloves garlic, finely minced
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Fresh basil or parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Place the bread slices on the baking sheet and brush both sides lightly with olive oil.
3. Sprinkle minced garlic evenly over each slice.
4. Top each slice with shredded mozzarella cheese.
5. Add halved cherry tomatoes, then season with salt, pepper, and oregano.
6. Bake for 8–10 minutes or until cheese is bubbly and edges of the bread are golden brown.
7. Remove from oven, garnish with fresh basil or parsley if desired, and serve immediately.
Notes
Toast the bread lightly beforehand if using soft sandwich bread.
Add pre-cooked meats like pepperoni or sausage for extra protein.
Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 2 days and reheat in an oven or air fryer.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Snack / Light Meal
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: Italian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: easy recipe, pizza toast, snack ideas, quick lunch, fast dinner, healthy snack