Description
A bright, zesty pizza that combines citrus and aromatic herbs for an extraordinary flavor experience.
Ingredients
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- 1 pre-made pizza dough (whole wheat or traditional)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (extra virgin)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 1 cup fresh mozzarella cheese (sliced)
- 1/4 cup parmesan cheese (grated)
- 1 tablespoon fresh basil (finely chopped)
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley (finely chopped)
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C) and place a pizza stone inside to warm.
- On a floured surface, roll out the pizza dough into a 12-inch circle, ensuring it has a slightly thicker edge for the crust.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, and zest.
- Transfer the rolled dough onto a pizza peel dusted with flour. Brush the sauce evenly across the surface, leaving the edges free for the crust.
- Layer the mozzarella slices across the pizza, followed by an even sprinkle of parmesan. Finish with fresh herbs, red pepper flakes, and a sprinkle of sea salt and black pepper.
- Carefully slide the pizza from the peel onto the hot pizza stone. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbling and the crust is golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and let it cool for a minute before slicing.
Notes
For a more gourmet touch, substitute burrata for mozzarella or add slices of ripe heirloom tomatoes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 30mg