Best Margherita Pizza You've Ever Tasted at Home

This Margherita Pizza recipe captures the essence of Italy with fresh ingredients and authentic flavors, making it perfect for a delightful dinner.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 12

Dough Resting Time 30

Total Time 57

Servings: 4 slices

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Italian

Calories: 280

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Sauce

1 can San Marzano Tomatoes use Roma tomatoes if necessary

For the Toppings

8 oz Fresh Mozzarella low-moisture mozzarella can work in a pinch
1 bunch Fresh Basil basil is the traditional choice
1 tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil drizzle over pizza before serving

For Seasoning

to taste Sea Salt
to taste Cracked Black Pepper

Equipment

Oven
Pizza Stone or Baking Sheet
rolling pin
Pizza Peel

Method

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Margherita Pizza

Let your pizza dough sit at room temperature for about 30 minutes.
Spread a thin layer of crushed San Marzano tomatoes evenly over the dough, leaving a ½-inch border around the edges.
Tear or slice your fresh mozzarella and distribute it evenly atop the tomato sauce.
Preheat your oven to 475°F to 500°F, placing your pizza stone inside while the oven heats.
Carefully slide your assembled Margherita Pizza onto the preheated stone or sheet and bake for 10 to 12 minutes.
Once baked, remove the pizza from the oven and sprinkle fresh basil leaves on top, drizzle with olive oil.
Slice your Margherita Pizza into wedges and serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 280kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 12gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 450mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, use fresh ingredients and control sauce quantity to avoid a soggy pizza. Reheat effectively to maintain texture.

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