Cheesy Margherita Pizza

Health score
6%
Cheesy Margherita Pizza
45 min.
4
478kcal

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Indulge in the delightful flavors of our Cheesy Margherita Pizza, a perfect dish that brings the essence of Italy right to your kitchen! This recipe is not only quick and easy, taking just 45 minutes from start to finish, but it also serves up to four people, making it an ideal choice for a family lunch or a cozy dinner with friends.

Imagine biting into a perfectly baked crust, topped with a generous layer of gooey, melted mozzarella cheese and fresh, vibrant tomato slices. The addition of aromatic basil leaves adds a burst of freshness that elevates this classic dish to new heights. With a caloric breakdown that balances protein, fat, and carbohydrates, this pizza is a satisfying meal that won't weigh you down.

Whether you're a seasoned chef or a kitchen novice, this Cheesy Margherita Pizza is a fun and rewarding cooking experience. Gather your loved ones, roll out the dough, and enjoy the process of creating something delicious together. With its simple yet flavorful ingredients, this pizza is sure to become a favorite in your household. So, preheat your oven, and let’s get started on this cheesy masterpiece!

Ingredients

  • 12  basil leaves thinly sliced
  • ounces part-skim mozzarella cheese shredded divided
  • 16 ounce pizza crust dough fresh refrigerated
  •  plum tomatoes cut into 8 slices
  • ounces romano cheese fresh grated
  •  the ingredients 
  •  the ingredients 

Equipment

  • baking sheet
  • paper towels
  • oven
  • pizza pan

Directions

  1. Roll dough into a 16-inch circle on a lightly floured surface.
  2. Place dough on a 16-inch pizza pan or baking sheet coated with cooking spray. Cover loosely; let stand in a warm place (8
  3. for 15 minutes.
  4. Drain tomato slices on paper towels. Preheat oven to 42
  5. Sprinkle dough with 1/2 cup mozzarella; arrange tomato slices in a single layer over mozzarella.
  6. Sprinkle remaining 1 cup mozzarella and Romano cheeses evenly over tomatoes.
  7. Bake at 425 for 20 minutes or until crust and cheese are browned.
  8. Cut pizza into 8 wedges, and sprinkle evenly with basil.

Nutrition Facts

Calories478kcal
Protein21.4%
Fat29.91%
Carbs48.69%

Properties

Glycemic Index
33.75
Glycemic Load
0.46
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
9.1852173649746%

Flavonoids

Naringenin
0.21mg
Kaempferol
0.03mg
Myricetin
0.04mg
Quercetin
0.18mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:477.98kcal
23.9%
Fat:15.81g
24.32%
Saturated Fat:9.31g
58.19%
Carbohydrates:57.91g
19.3%
Net Carbohydrates:55.8g
20.29%
Sugar:3.12g
3.46%
Cholesterol:41.96mg
13.99%
Sodium:1036.27mg
45.06%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:25.44g
50.88%
Calcium:591.66mg
59.17%
Phosphorus:312.73mg
31.27%
Iron:3.41mg
18.94%
Vitamin A:584.9IU
11.7%
Selenium:8.18µg
11.69%
Vitamin B2:0.19mg
11.06%
Zinc:1.6mg
10.68%
Vitamin B12:0.51µg
8.46%
Fiber:2.1g
8.41%
Vitamin K:8.42µg
8.02%
Vitamin C:4.46mg
5.41%
Magnesium:19.77mg
4.94%
Potassium:124.92mg
3.57%
Vitamin B6:0.07mg
3.42%
Manganese:0.06mg
2.81%
Folate:10.29µg
2.57%
Copper:0.04mg
1.89%
Vitamin E:0.27mg
1.79%
Vitamin B1:0.02mg
1.65%
Vitamin D:0.2µg
1.32%
Vitamin B3:0.25mg
1.25%
Vitamin B5:0.12mg
1.24%
Source:My Recipes