Description
A classic Margherita Pizza with simple, fresh ingredients highlighting the flavors of tomato, mozzarella, and basil.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pizza dough (homemade or store-bought)
- 1/2 cup tomato sauce
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella, sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves
- 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C).
- Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface to your preferred thickness.
- Spread tomato sauce evenly over the dough.
- Arrange mozzarella slices on top.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the crust is golden.
- Remove from the oven, top with fresh basil, and drizzle with olive oil.
- Slice and serve immediately.
Notes
- Use fresh mozzarella for best results.
- Let the dough rest before rolling for easier handling.
- Add a sprinkle of salt for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 12 mins
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/6 of pizza)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Margherita Pizza, Italian food, homemade pizza, quick dinner