Margherita Pita Pizzas
Transform your weeknight dinner routine with these quick and delicious Margherita Pita Pizzas, a lighter take on the classic Italian favorite. Perfectly crispy pita bread serves as the base for layers of tangy tomato sauce, creamy fresh mozzarella, and fragrant garlic oil, creating an irresistible flavor combination in just 20 minutes. With fresh basil leaves added after baking, these individual pizzas are as vibrant as they are delicious. Ideal for busy nights or casual gatherings, this easy-to-make recipe delivers gourmet flavors with minimal effort. Customize with a pinch of crushed red pepper flakes for a spicy kick, and watch these personal-sized pizzas disappear from the table!
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Ingredients
- 4 pieces Pita bread
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 cloves Garlic
- 1 cup Tomato sauce
- 8 ounces Fresh mozzarella cheese
- 12 leaves Fresh basil leaves
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoons Crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and place a large baking sheet or pizza stone inside to heat up.
Step 2
Peel and mince the garlic cloves. In a small bowl, mix the garlic with olive oil to create garlic oil.
Step 3
Place each pita bread on a sheet of parchment paper. Lightly brush the top of each pita with the garlic oil.
Step 4
Spread about 2 tablespoons of tomato sauce evenly over each pita, leaving a small border around the edges.
Step 5
Slice the fresh mozzarella into thin rounds and evenly distribute over the tomato sauce on each pita.
Step 6
Season with a pinch of salt and black pepper on each pita. Sprinkle crushed red pepper flakes for extra heat, if desired.
Step 7
Carefully transfer the prepared pitas (on the parchment paper) onto the preheated baking sheet or pizza stone.
Step 8
Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the edges of the pita are golden brown.
Step 9
Remove from the oven and top each pizza with fresh basil leaves just before serving.
Step 10
Slice into wedges if desired and serve immediately. Enjoy your Margherita Pita Pizzas!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (748.8g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1632.5 |
| Total Fat 84.7g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 37.7g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 5.1g | |
| Cholesterol 178.2mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3877.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 146.3g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 16.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 19.8g | |
| Protein 73.7g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1236.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 9.7mg | 0% |
| Potassium 614.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories