Pizza Marinara
Indulge in the rustic simplicity of Pizza Marinara, a classic Italian recipe that celebrates the purity of simple, high-quality ingredients. This no-cheese pizza features a perfectly crisp, golden crust topped with a robust homemade marinara sauce made from sweet canned tomatoes, fragrant garlic, and earthy oregano. Finished with a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil and fresh basil leaves, this vegan-friendly masterpiece is a testament to the beauty of minimalism in Italian cuisine. With a short prep time and easy-to-follow steps, this recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings. Plus, with its use of pantry staples and fresh herbs, it's a budget-friendly, crowd-pleasing creation that will transport your taste buds straight to Naples. Perfectly simple, undeniably delicious—Pizza Marinara is a must-try for pizza lovers everywhere!
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Ingredients
- 500 g All-purpose flour
- 7 g Dry yeast
- 325 ml Warm water
- 10 g Salt
- 30 ml Olive oil
- 400 g Canned whole peeled tomatoes
- 2 large Garlic cloves
- 1 tsp Dried oregano
- 0.5 tsp Salt
- 20 ml Extra virgin olive oil
- 5 leaves Fresh basil leaves
Directions
Step 1
1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and salt. In a separate bowl, dissolve the dry yeast in warm water and let it sit for about 5 minutes until it begins to foam.
Step 2
2. Make a well in the center of the flour mixture, then pour in the yeast mixture and olive oil. Mix until a dough forms.
Step 3
3. Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for about 10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
Step 4
4. Preheat your oven to 240°C (465°F) and place a pizza stone or an overturned baking sheet inside to heat up.
Step 5
5. Meanwhile, prepare the marinara sauce: In a blender, add the canned tomatoes, peeled garlic cloves, dried oregano, and salt. Blend until smooth.
Step 6
6. Once the dough has risen, punch it down and divide it into two equal parts. Roll each piece into a smooth ball.
Step 7
7. On a lightly floured surface, roll out one of the dough balls into a 12-inch round circle. If the dough is sticky, flour your hands and the rolling pin slightly.
Step 8
8. Transfer the rolled-out dough onto a piece of parchment paper for easy transfer to the oven.
Step 9
9. Spread half of the marinara sauce over the dough, leaving a 1 cm (½ inch) border around the edge for the crust.
Step 10
10. Drizzle the sauce with a little extra virgin olive oil and scatter whole fresh basil leaves on top.
Step 11
11. Carefully slide the parchment paper with the pizza onto the preheated pizza stone or baking sheet.
Step 12
12. Bake for about 10-12 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and crisp.
Step 13
13. Remove the pizza from the oven, let it cool for a minute, then slice and serve. Repeat the process with the second dough ball and the remaining sauce.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1313.3g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2377.7 |
| Total Fat 53.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 7.8g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 5629.0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 412.3g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 22.4g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 17.7g | |
| Protein 58.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 172.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 26.8mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1411.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories