DIY Caramelized Onion and Pepperoni Pita Pizza Bar

Turn dinner into a fun, interactive experience with this build-your-own pita pizza bar. Crispy pitas are topped with marinara, mozzarella and your choice of toppings, then broiled to golden perfection. Caramelized onions add a touch of sweetness, while pepperoni and spicy green peppers bring the heat.

Serve with carrot sticks, bell pepper strips and creamy ranch dressing for dipping. This meal is all about choice-everyone can create their perfect plate. Add extra toppings like mushrooms or sausage if you like!

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Ingredients

6 ounce CarrotView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 unit OnionView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

4 unit PitasView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 unit Long Green PepperView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 cup Mozzarella CheeseView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

3.5 ounce PepperoniView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 teaspoon Chili FlakesView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1.5 ounce Buttermilk Ranch DressingView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

2 teaspoon Garlic PowderView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

5 ounce Marinara SauceView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

teaspoon (tsp) SaltView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 teaspoon (tsp) SugarView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

3 teaspoon (tsp) Cooking OilView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

teaspoon (tsp) Black PepperView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

Instructions

1. Adjust oven rack to middle position (top and middle for 4 servings) and preheat broiler to low. Wash and dry produce. Halve, peel and thinly slice the onion.
2. Heat a drizzle of oil in a medium nonstick pan over medium-high heat. Add onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until browned and softened, 3-5 minutes. Add 1 teaspoon sugar (2 teaspoons for 4 servings) and a splash of water; cook until caramelized, 2-3 minutes more. Season with salt and pepper.
3. Meanwhile, trim, peel and cut carrots into sticks (about 3 inches long and 1/3 inch thick). Core, deseed and dice half the green pepper into 1/4-inch pieces; cut remaining pepper into 1/4-inch strips. In a medium bowl, combine marinara and half the garlic powder. Season with salt and pepper.
4. Place pitas on a lightly oiled baking sheet (use two sheets for 4 servings). Spread sauce evenly over pitas. Set out mozzarella, diced green pepper, caramelized onion and pepperoni in separate bowls for everyone to build their own pita pizzas.
5. Broil pitas on middle rack until cheese melts and edges are golden, 4-5 minutes (for 4 servings, broil on top and middle racks, swapping halfway). Transfer to a cutting board.
6. Let cool slightly, then cut pitas into wedges. Divide among plates. Serve with green pepper strips, chili flakes, remaining garlic powder, carrot sticks and ranch dressing on the side.

Recipe Tips

FAQ

Can I use gluten-free pitas?

Yes, gluten-free pitas work well. Adjust broiling time as needed.

How do I store leftovers?

Store components separately in the fridge. Reheat pita pizzas in the oven or toaster oven.

Can I make this vegetarian?

Absolutely! Omit the pepperoni and add extra veggies like mushrooms or olives.