Lemon Pizza
If you’re craving a refreshing twist on traditional pizza, this Lemon Pizza is the perfect choice! Combining the bright zest of lemon with creamy mozzarella, this dish offers a distinctive flavor profile that elevates any meal. Ideal for family gatherings or casual weeknight dinners, it’s quick and easy to prepare while delivering gourmet taste. With minimal ingredients and prep time, you’ll enjoy a delightful aroma from garlic and parsley as it bakes. Perfect for all ages, this unique pizza will impress everyone at the table!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately four slices 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ball easy pizza dough (or store-bought)
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon water
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 small garlic clove, grated
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 2 teaspoons lemon juice (divided)
- ¼ teaspoon fine salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 5 oz fresh mozzarella (or shredded firm mozzarella)
- 2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese
- Freshly ground black pepper for seasoning
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to its highest setting (around 475°F or 245°C).
- Roll out your pizza dough on a lightly floured surface.
- Mix olive oil, water, parsley, garlic, lemon zest, 1 teaspoon lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Spread this mixture over the dough evenly.
- Tear or slice mozzarella and scatter over the top.
- Bake on a baking sheet or pizza stone for about 15 minutes or until golden brown.
- Drizzle remaining lemon juice over the baked pizza and garnish with parmesan and parsley.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 100g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
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