Garlic Olive Oil and Roasted Red Pepper Flatbread with Bacon

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A simple flatbread brushed with garlic-infused olive oil, topped with smoky bacon, sweet roasted red peppers, and a sprinkle of parmesan and cheddar cheeses. This mediterranean-inspired pizza ready in about 20 minutes pairs flatbread dough or naan, olive oil, garlic cloves, minced for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 520 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 10 min Serves 2 Mediterranean cuisine 520 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 450°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. In a small bowl, combine 3 tbsp olive oil and 2 minced garlic cloves, stirring until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  2. Step 2: Roll out 10 oz flatbread dough or place 1 piece of naan on the baking sheet. Brush the garlic olive oil mixture evenly over the surface.
  3. Step 3: Sprinkle 2 tbsp grated parmesan cheese and 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the flatbread.
  4. Step 4: Distribute 4 chopped cooked bacon strips and 1/3 cup sliced roasted red peppers evenly on top. Season lightly with 1/8 tsp black pepper.
  5. Step 5: Bake in the oven for 8-10 minutes until the edges are golden and the cheese is melted and slightly bubbling.
  6. Step 6: Remove from oven, sprinkle 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley over the top, slice, and serve warm.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Garlic Olive Oil and Roasted Red Pepper Flatbread with Bacon take to make?

Total time is about 20 minutes (10 min prep + 10 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Garlic Olive Oil and Roasted Red Pepper Flatbread with Bacon?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep flatbread dough or naan from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Garlic Olive Oil and Roasted Red Pepper Flatbread with Bacon?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Garlic Olive Oil and Roasted Red Pepper Flatbread with Bacon for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Garlic Olive Oil and Roasted Red Pepper Flatbread with Bacon?

Mediterranean pizza like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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