Grilled Pizza

One of the most fun things I’ve done lately is grill pizza, it’s easy and you can really go nuts with the combinations. I started with Trader Joe’s pizza dough which came highly recommended from my sister. I cut the dough in half to better fit my grill. I would probably recommend this no matter how large your grill as it makes handling much easier.

Start with a hot, well oiled grill on high heat and just toss your dough directly on the grill. I use my grill more than most people and am very familiar with the hot spots. I like to cook the dough over the hottest place on the grill at first. It only takes a few minutes to cook.


Once flipped, I move the dough to the front of the grill which is much cooler. After dressing your pizza up close the list and let it cook. The slower longer cooking on the flip side make the crust crispier and allows more time for your toppings to heat.


In this case I used things I already had on hand. Pesto base with spinach, broccoli, edamame, black olives and sharp cheddar. My wife loved it! We also made a buffalo chicken pizza. I’m thinking Mexican pizza might be in order for Cinco de Mayo!