Thai Curry Veggie Pita Pizzas (Print View)

Creamy curry sauce and colorful veggies on crisp wheat pita deliver Thai-inspired fusion and quick, healthy flavor.

# Components:

→ Base

01 - 4 whole wheat pita breads

→ Thai Curry Sauce

02 - 1/2 cup coconut milk, full fat or light
03 - 2 tablespoons Thai red curry paste
04 - 1 tablespoon creamy peanut butter
05 - 1 teaspoon soy sauce
06 - 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
07 - 1 clove garlic, minced
08 - 1 teaspoon fresh lime juice

→ Vegetables

09 - 1 cup shredded carrots
10 - 1 cup thinly sliced red bell pepper
11 - 1/2 cup thinly sliced red onion
12 - 1 cup small broccoli florets
13 - 1/2 cup sliced mushrooms
14 - 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

→ Cheese & Toppings

15 - 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese or vegan cheese alternative
16 - 1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves, chopped
17 - 2 tablespoons sliced green onions
18 - 1 tablespoon chopped roasted peanuts, optional
19 - Lime wedges, for serving

# Preparation Steps:

01 - Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a small saucepan over medium heat, whisk coconut milk, Thai curry paste, peanut butter, soy sauce, honey, garlic, and lime juice until smooth. Simmer for 2–3 minutes until sauce is slightly thickened, then remove from heat.
03 - Place pita breads on prepared baking sheet and spread each with a generous spoonful of curry sauce.
04 - Arrange shredded carrots, red bell pepper, red onion, broccoli, mushrooms, and cherry tomatoes evenly over sauced pitas.
05 - Sprinkle shredded mozzarella or vegan cheese evenly across vegetables.
06 - Bake for 12–15 minutes until cheese is melted and pita edges are golden and crisp.
07 - Remove from oven. Garnish with cilantro, green onions, and chopped peanuts. Serve warm with lime wedges.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Uses pita bread for a fast crisp base instead of pizza dough
  • Ready in just thirty minutes making it perfect for busy nights
  • Layered with vibrant vegetables and an addictive peanutty Thai curry sauce
  • Easily adaptable for vegan or gluten-free diets
02 -
  • Naturally high in fiber and plant protein
  • Great way to use up leftover vegetables in your fridge
  • Freezes well if making extra
03 -
  • Always toast the pita briefly before loading with sauce for extra crispness
  • Use a microplane for the garlic to unlock maximum flavor in the sauce
  • If using mild curry paste add a pinch of chili flakes for extra kick
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