Couldn't Be Easier Margherita Pizza

Say goodbye to complicated pizza nights with the "Couldn't Be Easier Margherita Pizza," a quick and delicious recipe that brings the classic Italian favorite to your home kitchen in just under 30 minutes. Built on a foundation of pre-made pizza dough, this recipe keeps the process simple while delivering gourmet flavors. A vibrant layer of thinly sliced fresh tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, and fragrant fresh basil come together atop a perfectly crisp crust, brushed with garlic-infused olive oil for an extra punch of flavor. With only 15 minutes of prep time and a handful of fresh ingredients, this no-fuss Margherita pizza is the ultimate choice for a weeknight dinner or a laid-back entertaining option. Plus, the optional sprinkle of crushed red pepper flakes lets you customize the heat to suit your taste. Serve it straight out of the oven for an irresistibly cheesy, crispy, and fresh dining experience!

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:12 mins

Total Time:27 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 ball pre-made pizza dough
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour (for dusting)
• 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 fresh tomatoes, thinly sliced
• 8 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced
• 10 fresh basil leaves
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C) and place a pizza stone or baking sheet in the oven to heat up.

Step 2

Lightly flour a clean surface and roll out the pre-made pizza dough into a 12-inch circle. If the dough is sticky, use additional flour as needed.

Step 3

Transfer the rolled-out dough to a piece of parchment paper for easy handling.

Step 4

Brush the surface of the dough with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, leaving a small border around the edges for the crust.

Step 5

Spread the minced garlic evenly over the oiled dough to infuse flavor.

Step 6

Arrange the thinly sliced tomatoes on top of the dough, slightly overlapping them if needed.

Step 7

Add the slices of fresh mozzarella evenly over the tomatoes.

Step 8

Carefully slide the parchment paper with the pizza onto the preheated pizza stone or baking sheet in the oven.

Step 9

Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the crust is golden and crispy and the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 10

While the pizza is baking, tear the fresh basil leaves into smaller pieces if desired.

Step 11

Once the pizza is done, remove it from the oven and drizzle the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil over the top.

Step 12

Sprinkle with the torn basil leaves, salt, and optional crushed red pepper flakes for a touch of heat.

Step 13

Slice and serve immediately, enjoying the fresh and simple flavors of this classic Margherita pizza.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1281.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2190.3

Total Fat 92.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 38.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 178.2mg	0%
Sodium 4217.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 245.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 27.4g	0%
Total Sugars 17.4g
Protein 100.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1911.4mg	0%
Iron 27.1mg	0%
Potassium 2685.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 37.5%

Protein: 18.1%

Carbs: 44.4%