Pizza Margherita (Tomato, Basil, and Mozzarella Pizza)
Experience the joy of homemade Pizza Margherita, a delightful classic that celebrates fresh ingredients and vibrant flavors. This easy-to-make dish features a crisp crust topped with rich tomato sauce, creamy mozzarella, and aromatic basil leaves. Perfect for any occasion, from busy weeknight dinners to cozy family gatherings, this pizza invites creativity in the kitchen by allowing you to customize toppings to suit your taste. With just a few simple steps, you can impress your loved ones and enjoy a slice of Italy right at home.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 8 slices
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
- Naples-style pizza dough
- Fine semolina (for dusting)
- Naples-style pizza sauce
- Fresh mozzarella cheese, thinly sliced
- Fresh basil leaves
- Olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat your oven with a pizza stone under the broiler for 30 minutes.
- Dust one dough ball with semolina and shape it into a 10" circle about 1/4" thick.
- Transfer the shaped dough to a semolina-dusted peel and spread 1/2 cup of sauce evenly on top.
- Layer sliced mozzarella and basil leaves, then drizzle with olive oil.
- Bake on the hot stone until the cheese is bubbly and the crust is charred, approximately 3-4 minutes.
- Slice and serve hot.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (95g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 30mg