Rustic Grilled Vegetable and Herb Flatbread
A smoky grilled flatbread topped with a medley of seasonal vegetables and fresh herbs, ideal for casual outdoor gatherings. This mediterranean-inspired vegetarian (vegetarian) ready in about 27 minutes pairs store-bought pizza dough, medium red bell pepper, cut into strips, small red onion, sliced into thin rings for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 410 calories and feeds 4, 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.
Ingredients
- 1 lb store-bought pizza dough
- 1 medium zucchini, sliced into 1/4-inch rounds
- 1 medium red bell pepper, cut into strips
- 1 small red onion, sliced into thin rings
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp fresh rosemary, chopped
- 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 cup goat cheese, crumbled
- 2 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat your grill to medium heat (about 350°F). Roll out 1 lb store-bought pizza dough on a floured surface to a roughly 12x14-inch oval shape.
- Step 2: Brush both sides of the dough with 2 tbsp olive oil and sprinkle evenly with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper.
- Step 3: Place the dough directly on the grill grates and cook for 2-3 minutes until the bottom has grill marks and is firm enough to flip.
- Step 4: Flip the dough and immediately arrange 1 medium sliced zucchini, 1 medium red bell pepper cut into strips, 1 small thinly sliced red onion, and 2 thinly sliced garlic cloves evenly over the top.
- Step 5: Drizzle the vegetables with the remaining 1 tbsp olive oil and sprinkle 1 tbsp chopped fresh rosemary and 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves over everything.
- Step 6: Close the grill lid and cook for another 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are tender and the dough is cooked through.
- Step 7: Remove the flatbread from the grill and scatter 1/2 cup crumbled goat cheese on top while still warm. Let sit for 2 minutes before slicing and serving.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Rustic Grilled Vegetable and Herb Flatbread take to make?
Total time is about 27 minutes (15 min prep + 12 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 Rustic Grilled Vegetable and Herb Flatbread?
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 store-bought pizza dough from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Rustic Grilled Vegetable and Herb Flatbread?
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 Rustic Grilled Vegetable and Herb Flatbread for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). 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.
Is Rustic Grilled Vegetable and Herb Flatbread vegetarian?
Yes — this recipe is tagged vegetarian based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.