Cherry Tomato Pizza Margherita

Health score
11%
Cherry Tomato Pizza Margherita
55 min.
4
415kcal

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Indulge in the vibrant flavors of a classic Italian dish with our Cherry Tomato Pizza Margherita! This delightful recipe is not only easy to prepare but also bursts with freshness and authenticity, making it a perfect addition to your lunch or dinner table. With juicy cherry tomatoes, fragrant basil, and the creamy goodness of two types of mozzarella, every bite is a celebration of simple, yet rich ingredients.

Imagine the enticing aroma of fresh basil mixed with sautéed tomatoes wafting through your kitchen as you prepare this delicious pizza. The charred tomatoes provide a sweet-tart balance, while the melty mozzarella creates a heavenly, gooey texture that simply melts in your mouth. This recipe calls for a few pantry staples like garlic and olive oil, along with the vibrant freshness of seasonal basil and the satisfying crunch of homemade pizza dough.

With a total cooking time of just 55 minutes, this Cherry Tomato Pizza Margherita can easily become your go-to weeknight meal. It serves four, making it perfect for a family dinner or a gathering with friends. Plus, it's surprisingly low in calories, allowing you to enjoy a hearty meal without any guilt. So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to impress your loved ones with this delectable, homemade pizza that’s sure to transport you straight to the sunny streets of Italy!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 cup basil fresh chopped for garnish
  • 12 ounce cherry tomatoes stemmed
  • 0.5 teaspoon fennel seeds crushed
  •  garlic clove pressed
  • tablespoon olive oil extra virgin extra-virgin
  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper dried red crushed
  • 13.8 ounce pizza dough refrigerated
  • ounces whole-milk mozzarella diced
  • ounce mozzarella fresh diced (ovoline)

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • baking sheet
  • oven
  • spatula

Directions

  1. Position rack in top third of oven andpreheat to 425°F. Unroll dough on heavylarge baking sheet; pull to about 12x8-inchrectangle, pinching any tears to seal. Foldover edge of dough to make border.
  2. Heat large skillet over high heat 2minutes.
  3. Add oil, then tomatoes; sprinklewith salt and pepper. Sauté until tomatoesare charred and beginning to break down,about 5 minutes.
  4. Transfer to large bowl.
  5. Mix in garlic, fennel, and crushed redpepper. Using back of fork, crush tomatoesin bowl, leaving large chunks intact. Seasonmixture with salt and pepper. Toss cheesesand chopped basil in medium bowl.
  6. Sprinkle cheese mixture evenly overdough, right up to border. Spoon on tomatomixture in dollops, leaving some cheeseuncovered.
  7. Bake pizza until crust is crispand brown, 25 to 30 minutes.
  8. Loosen pizza with metal spatula andslide onto board.
  9. Garnish with basil leaves.
  10. Bon Appétit

Nutrition Facts

Calories415kcal
Protein22.59%
Fat27.86%
Carbs49.55%

Properties

Glycemic Index
31.75
Glycemic Load
0.25
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
11.672608753909%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.01mg
Kaempferol
0.01mg
Myricetin
0.02mg
Quercetin
0.61mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:414.67kcal
20.73%
Fat:13.03g
20.05%
Saturated Fat:4.98g
31.14%
Carbohydrates:52.17g
17.39%
Net Carbohydrates:49.41g
17.97%
Sugar:8.92g
9.91%
Cholesterol:27.5mg
9.17%
Sodium:1107.43mg
48.15%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:23.78g
47.56%
Calcium:433.29mg
43.33%
Phosphorus:314mg
31.4%
Vitamin C:20.04mg
24.29%
Iron:3.6mg
19.97%
Vitamin A:886.86IU
17.74%
Selenium:10.74µg
15.34%
Vitamin B12:0.91µg
15.12%
Zinc:2.1mg
13.98%
Vitamin K:14.04µg
13.37%
Vitamin B2:0.19mg
11.08%
Fiber:2.76g
11.05%
Vitamin E:1.14mg
7.59%
Manganese:0.15mg
7.59%
Potassium:252.62mg
7.22%
Magnesium:25.3mg
6.32%
Vitamin B6:0.12mg
5.83%
Copper:0.09mg
4.52%
Folate:17.29µg
4.32%
Vitamin B1:0.05mg
3.22%
Vitamin B3:0.57mg
2.84%
Vitamin B5:0.16mg
1.59%
Source:Epicurious