Mexicali Pizza

Spice up your pizza night with this vibrant and flavor-packed Mexicali Pizza, a bold fusion of classic pizza and Mexican-inspired ingredients. Featuring a crispy pizza crust brushed with olive oil, this recipe starts with a creamy base of refried beans mixed with tangy taco sauce. It’s then generously layered with seasoned ground beef or turkey, hearty black beans, fresh veggies like diced tomatoes, red onion, and jalapeños, and topped with a melty duo of mozzarella and sharp cheddar cheese. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh cilantro and optional dollops of sour cream, this 30-minute recipe is a crowd-pleaser that’s perfect for a casual dinner or game day gathering. Serve with lime wedges for an extra zing, and enjoy a slice of this zesty masterpiece. Keywords: Mexicali Pizza recipe, Mexican pizza, fusion pizza, refried bean pizza, taco pizza, family dinner ideas.

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:12 mins

Total Time:27 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 lb pizza dough
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 cup refried beans
• 0.25 cup taco sauce
• 1.5 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1.5 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
• 1 cup cooked ground beef or turkey (seasoned with taco seasoning)
• 0.5 cup canned black beans, rinsed and drained
• 0.5 cup diced red onion
• 1 fresh jalapeño, sliced
• 0.5 cup diced tomatoes
• 0.25 cup sliced black olives
• 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
• 0.25 cup sour cream (optional, for garnish)
• 4 lime wedges (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C) and place a pizza stone or baking sheet in the oven to heat up.

Step 2

On a lightly floured surface, roll out the pizza dough into a 12-inch circle. Transfer it to a piece of parchment paper for easier handling.

Step 3

Brush the dough lightly with olive oil to create a crispier crust.

Step 4

In a small bowl, mix the refried beans and taco sauce together until smooth. Spread this mixture evenly over the pizza dough, leaving a small border around the edges for the crust.

Step 5

Sprinkle half of the shredded mozzarella and cheddar cheese evenly over the refried bean base.

Step 6

Top the pizza with the cooked taco-seasoned ground beef or turkey, black beans, diced red onion, sliced jalapeños, diced tomatoes, and sliced black olives.

Step 7

Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella and cheddar cheese evenly over the toppings.

Step 8

Carefully transfer the pizza (with parchment paper) onto the preheated pizza stone or baking sheet. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 9

Remove the pizza from the oven and sprinkle fresh cilantro over the top.

Step 10

Let the pizza cool for a couple of minutes before slicing. Optionally, garnish each slice with a dollop of sour cream and serve with lime wedges on the side for a zesty touch.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1856.6 grams (1856.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3490

Total Fat 172.20g	221%
Saturated Fat 80.30g	401%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.00g
Cholesterol 525mg	175%
Sodium 6945mg	302%
Total Carbohydrate 281.50g	102%
Dietary Fiber 38.60g	138%
Total Sugars 14.20g
Protein 205.70g	411%

Vitamin D 36IU	180%
Calcium 2804mg	216%
Iron 29mg	162%
Potassium 3053mg	65%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 44.3%

Protein: 23.5%

Carbs: 32.2%