Smiley Face Veggie Pizza
A playful, healthy pizza made on whole wheat tortillas with colorful veggie toppings arranged in a cheerful smiley face. This american-inspired vegetarian (vegetarian) ready in about 22 minutes pairs (8-inch) whole wheat tortilla, tomato sauce, shredded mozzarella cheese for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 220 calories and feeds 1, 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 (8-inch) whole wheat tortilla
- 1/4 cup tomato sauce
- 1/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup, mixed colors, sliced bell peppers
- 1/4 cup, sliced mushrooms
- 1/4 cup, halved cherry tomatoes
- 4, sliced black olives
- 1, thin slice for smile green bell pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Place the whole wheat tortilla on a baking sheet.
- Step 2: Spread 1/4 cup tomato sauce evenly over the tortilla, leaving a 1/2-inch border.
- Step 3: Sprinkle 1/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese over the sauce.
- Step 4: Arrange 1/4 cup sliced bell peppers, 1/4 cup sliced mushrooms, and 1/4 cup halved cherry tomatoes on top of the cheese to form the smiley face base.
- Step 5: Place 4 black olive slices for the eyes and position a thin slice of green bell pepper in a curve for the smile.
- Step 6: Bake for 10-12 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the tortilla is crisp.
- Step 7: Let cool for 2 minutes, then slice and serve.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Smiley Face Veggie Pizza take to make?
Total time is about 22 minutes (10 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 Smiley Face Veggie Pizza?
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 (8-inch) whole wheat tortilla from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Smiley Face Veggie Pizza?
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 Smiley Face Veggie Pizza for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 1 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 1). 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 Smiley Face Veggie Pizza 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.
What others are saying
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Doubled the garlic (as one does) and it was amazing.
- ★★★★☆
Solid recipe. Not groundbreaking but definitely making it again.
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Reliable weeknight option. Not going to blow your mind but always satisfying.