On the Fly Margherita Pizza for One

Craving authentic Italian flavors without the fuss? Our "On the Fly Margherita Pizza for One" is the perfect quick and easy solution for pizza lovers seeking gourmet indulgence in just 20 minutes. Featuring store-bought pizza dough or a pre-made base, this single-serving masterpiece combines the vibrant simplicity of crushed tomatoes, creamy fresh mozzarella, aromatic basil, and a crisp homemade crust for restaurant-quality results in your home oven. With minimal prep time and straightforward instructions, this recipe is ideal for busy evenings or solo dinners, ensuring you enjoy a perfectly golden, bubbling pizza with every bite. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned chef, this quick Margherita pizza delivers authentic flavor with maximum convenience.

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 1

Ingredients

• 150 grams Store-bought pizza dough (or pre-made pizza base)
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Canned crushed tomatoes
• 60 grams Fresh mozzarella cheese
• 4 leaves Fresh basil leaves
• 0.25 teaspoon Sea salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 tablespoon All-purpose flour (for dusting)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 250°C (480°F), or the highest safe temperature for your oven, and place a baking sheet or pizza stone inside to heat up.

Step 2

Lightly flour your work surface and roll out the pizza dough to your desired thickness, approximately 8-10 inches in diameter. For a crispier crust, roll thinner.

Step 3

Transfer the rolled-out dough to a sheet of parchment paper to make handling easier.

Step 4

Brush the surface of the dough lightly with olive oil. This helps prevent the sauce from making the dough soggy.

Step 5

Spread the crushed tomatoes evenly over the dough using the back of a spoon, leaving a small border around the edges for the crust.

Step 6

Tear or slice the fresh mozzarella into small pieces and spread them evenly over the sauce.

Step 7

Season the pizza with a sprinkle of sea salt and black pepper to taste.

Step 8

Carefully remove the preheated baking sheet or pizza stone from the oven and transfer the pizza (with the parchment paper) onto it. Be cautious of the heat.

Step 9

Bake for 7-10 minutes, or until the crust is golden and crisp and the cheese is bubbling.

Step 10

Once baked, remove the pizza from the oven and immediately top it with fresh basil leaves.

Step 11

Slice and serve immediately. Enjoy your delicious Margherita pizza for one!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(714.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	856.7

Total Fat 33.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 11.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 47.1mg	0%
Sodium 1727.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 111.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.4g	0%
Total Sugars 24.0g
Protein 31.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 463.4mg	0%
Iron 8.8mg	0%
Potassium 1816.3mg	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: 34.3%

Protein: 14.6%

Carbs: 51.1%