Description
Homemade pizza margherita celebrates classic Italian flavors with crisp flatbread, melted mozzarella, and fresh basil. Simple ingredients create an authentic taste that transports you straight to Naples with minimal effort and maximum deliciousness.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 flatbreads or naan breads
- 2 cups fresh mozzarella cheese (sliced or shredded)
- 1 cup tomato sauce (preferably homemade or a good quality store-bought)
- 1–2 ripe tomatoes (thinly sliced)
Cheese and Garnish:
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh basil leaves
- Optional: Red pepper flakes (for a bit of heat)
Seasonings and Oil:
- 1–2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat the oven to 425°F, positioning a pizza stone inside for optimal crispiness if available.
- Create an aromatic garlic-infused oil by blending olive oil with minced garlic, then gently brush across flatbread surfaces.
- Apply a delicate layer of tomato sauce across each flatbread, maintaining a small border to prevent overflow.
- Carefully distribute fresh mozzarella slices uniformly, followed by a sprinkle of grated Parmesan for enhanced flavor complexity.
- Artfully arrange tomato slices atop the cheese layer, ensuring even coverage.
- Enhance flavor profile by seasoning with salt, pepper, and optional red pepper flakes for subtle heat.
- Transfer flatbreads directly onto the preheated pizza stone or oven rack, baking for 10-12 minutes until cheese melts completely and edges transform into a golden, crispy texture.
- Immediately after removing from oven, garnish with vibrant fresh basil leaves, allowing residual heat to gently wilt the herbs.
- Optional final touch includes a light drizzle of additional olive oil, then slice and serve while piping hot for maximum enjoyment.
Notes
- Enhance the flatbread’s crispiness by brushing olive oil around the edges before adding toppings, creating a golden, crunchy texture.
- Prevent soggy flatbreads by patting tomato slices dry with paper towels and using minimal sauce to maintain a crisp base.
- Customize for dietary needs by using gluten-free flatbreads, plant-based cheese alternatives, or adding roasted vegetables for extra nutrition.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 60 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 24 g
- Cholesterol: 50 mg