Tomato Basil Pizza Squares

Transform your pizza nights with these irresistibly fresh and flavorful Tomato Basil Pizza Squares! This easy-to-make recipe pairs crispy homemade pizza dough with a vibrant medley of juicy, thinly sliced tomatoes, aromatic garlic, and melted mozzarella cheese. A drizzle of olive oil and a sprinkle of grated Parmesan provide rich, savory layers, while bursts of fresh basil add a garden-fresh finish. Ready in just 30 minutes, these pizza squares are perfect for quick dinners, crowd-pleasing appetizers, or a shareable party snack. With their rustic Italian flavors and convenient square servings, they’ll become a favorite addition to your weeknight or weekend recipe rotation.

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1 lb Pizza dough
• 2 tbsp Olive oil
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1.5 cups Fresh mozzarella cheese, shredded
• 2 medium Tomatoes, thinly sliced
• 10 leaves Fresh basil leaves
• 0.5 tsp Salt
• 0.25 tsp Black pepper
• 2 tbsp Grated Parmesan cheese

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

Roll out the pizza dough into a rectangular shape, approximately 12x10 inches, and transfer it to the prepared baking sheet.

Step 3

Brush the dough evenly with olive oil, leaving a 1/2-inch border around the edges.

Step 4

Sprinkle the minced garlic evenly over the surface of the dough.

Step 5

Spread the shredded mozzarella cheese over the dough, leaving the border uncovered.

Step 6

Layer the tomato slices evenly on top of the mozzarella cheese.

Step 7

Sprinkle salt and black pepper over the tomatoes to season them.

Step 8

Bake the pizza in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbling.

Step 9

Remove the pizza from the oven and immediately scatter the fresh basil leaves over the top.

Step 10

Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese over the pizza for added flavor.

Step 11

Allow the pizza to cool for 5 minutes, then use a pizza cutter or sharp knife to slice it into squares.

Step 12

Serve warm and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(920.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1830.4

Total Fat 75.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 30.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 130mg	0%
Sodium 4288.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 204.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.8g	0%
Total Sugars 13.3g
Protein 83.4g	0%

Vitamin D 36IU	0%
Calcium 1137.9mg	0%
Iron 14.1mg	0%
Potassium 1239.7mg	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: 37.2%

Protein: 18.2%

Carbs: 44.6%