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Cassava pizza with tomatoes and olives
Mirjana

Rustic Cassava Flatbread Pizza with Caramelized Onions, Blue Cheese & Olives

5 from 1 vote
This cassava flatbread pizza combines caramelized onions, blue cheese, tomatoes, and olives for a bold Mediterranean-inspired dish that’s naturally gluten-free.
Perfect for a light dinner, a party appetizer, or even a unique lunch, this pizza celebrates wholesome, vibrant ingredients that come together in under an hour. Using organic produce and quality cheese elevates the flavors further, ensuring every bite is nourishing and satisfying.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Appetizer, Main Course, Pasta
Cuisine: Mediterranean inspired
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cassava (yuca) flatbread (cut into 4 triangles, pre-baked)
  • 2 medium organic onions, thinly sliced (add an extra if desired)
  • 2 ripe organic tomatoes, sliced into wedges (add an extra if desired)
  • 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and halved
  • 4 oz blue cheese (crumbled or cubbed into small pieces)
  • 2 tbsp  olive oil - extra virgin
  • Fresh herbs for garnish (mint, parsley, or chives)
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste

Method
 

  1. Prepare the ingredients
  2. Chop the vegetables and herbs
    Chopped onions, blue cheese, tomatoes, and olives
  3. Caramelize OnionsSlice onions thinly and sauté in a wide pan with olive oil over medium-low heat. Cook slowly, stirring often, until caramelized and golden brown (about 20–25 minutes). Season lightly with salt and pepper.
  4. Assemble the PizzaPlace cassava flatbreads on a baking sheet. Spread the caramelized onions evenly over the base. Top with tomato wedges, olives, and crumbled blue cheese.
    BakeBake in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for about 10–12 minutes, until the cheese melts and the edges are crisp.
    Garnish & ServeRemove from oven, sprinkle with fresh herbs, and slice into wedges. Serve warm.
    Cassava pizza with tomatoes and olives

Notes

  • • Organic ingredients are highly recommended for the freshest flavor and highest nutritional value.
  • Swap blue cheese for goat cheese or feta if you prefer a milder flavor.
  • Nutrition Information (per serving, 1/4 pizza – approx.)
    • Calories: 320
    • Protein: 9 g
    • Fat: 16 g
    • Saturated Fat: 7 g
    • Carbohydrates: 36 g
    • Fiber: 4 g
    • Sugars: 6 g
    • Sodium: 530 mg