TEX-MEX PIZZA

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Loaded with toppings that include black beans and corn, this knife-and-fork pizza is packed with southwestern flavor and served with avocado and sour cream on the side. Get ready to make mouths water. -Charlene Chambers, Ormond Beach, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 40m

Yield 8 slices.

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

1/2 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)
2/3 cup chopped red onion
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 cup salsa
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies, drained
1 prebaked 12-inch pizza crust
1-1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup canned black beans, rinsed and drained
1/2 cup frozen corn, thawed
1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained
1 medium ripe avocado, peeled and cubed
2 teaspoons lemon juice
1/2 cup sour cream

Steps:

In a large skillet, cook the beef, onion and garlic over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in salsa and chilies., Place crust on an ungreased pizza pan. Top with the beef mixture, cheese, beans, corn and olives., Bake at 425° for 15-20 minutes or until edges are lightly browned and cheese is melted. Toss avocado with lemon juice. Serve pizza with avocado and sour cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 375 calories, Fat 17g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 46mg cholesterol, Sodium 721mg sodium, Carbohydrate 36g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 18g protein.