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Easy Homemade Margherita Pizza Recipe Ready in 30 Minutes

Easy Homemade Margherita Pizza Recipe Ready in 30 Minutes

This Easy Homemade Margherita Pizza Recipe delivers irresistible flavor and quality in just 30 minutes, perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

Pizza Base
  • 1 can (28-ounce) whole San Marzano tomatoes
  • 2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil plus more for drizzling
  • 2 cloves small garlic
  • ½ teaspoon sea salt
  • cornmeal for dusting
  • 1 pound pizza dough store-bought or homemade
  • 8 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese torn or thinly sliced
  • fresh basil leaves
  • red pepper flakes for sprinkling

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Pizza Stone
  • rolling pin
  • Baking sheet

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Preheat the oven.
  2. Prepare the pizza dough on a floured surface.
  3. Spread the San Marzano tomatoes over the dough.
  4. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with garlic and sea salt.
  5. Top with mozzarella cheese and fresh basil leaves.
  6. Bake in the oven until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbling.
  7. Remove from oven and sprinkle with red pepper flakes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 12gFat: 10g

Notes

Customize your pizza by using crushed tomatoes or different types of cheese. Serve with a fresh arugula salad.

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