Pizza Margherita

Gluten Free
Health score
28%
Pizza Margherita
10 min.
4
549kcal

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Indulge in the classic flavors of Italy with our delightful Gluten-Free Pizza Margherita! This quick and easy recipe is perfect for those busy weeknights or leisurely weekends when you crave a delicious homemade meal without the fuss. In just 10 minutes, you can whip up a mouthwatering pizza that serves four, making it an ideal choice for family dinners or gatherings with friends.

Imagine the aroma of fresh basil mingling with the rich scent of tomatoes and melted mozzarella as it wafts through your kitchen. This pizza is not only a feast for the senses but also a wholesome option, boasting a balanced caloric breakdown that satisfies without compromising on taste. The crispy crust, topped with juicy tomatoes and fragrant basil, is drizzled with extra-virgin olive oil, elevating each bite to a new level of deliciousness.

Whether you're enjoying it for lunch, dinner, or as a main course, this Pizza Margherita is sure to impress. It's a versatile dish that can be customized to your liking, allowing you to add your favorite toppings or keep it simple and classic. So roll up your sleeves, preheat that oven, and get ready to savor a slice of Italy right in your own home!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 cup basil thinly sliced
  • tablespoons olive oil extra virgin extra-virgin
  • 20 ounce pizza dough frozen thawed
  • cup mozzarella cheese shredded
  •  tomatoes thinly sliced

Equipment

  • baking sheet
  • oven

Directions

  1. Arrange oven racks in the lower and upper third of the oven.
  2. Heat the oven to 475 F.
  3. Roll out the dough on a well-floured surface to make two 12-inch rounds and transfer to two ungreased baking sheets (or two 12-inch pizza pans). Arrange the tomatoes on top of the dough, overlapping them slightly.
  4. Drizzle the pizza with oil and season well with salt and freshly ground pepper.
  5. Bake pizzas for 10 minutes, remove from the oven, top with the mozzarella and basil, and bake 5 minutes longer, until the cheese melts and the edges of the pies are crisp and lightly browned.

Nutrition Facts

Calories549kcal
Protein15.96%
Fat50.33%
Carbs33.71%

Properties

Glycemic Index
33.75
Glycemic Load
1.44
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
22.619565175927%

Flavonoids

Naringenin
0.84mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.01mg
Kaempferol
0.11mg
Myricetin
0.16mg
Quercetin
0.71mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:548.59kcal
27.43%
Fat:30.93g
47.58%
Saturated Fat:10.74g
67.12%
Carbohydrates:46.61g
15.54%
Net Carbohydrates:41.97g
15.26%
Sugar:8.59g
9.55%
Cholesterol:41.96mg
13.99%
Sodium:815.58mg
35.46%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:22.07g
44.14%
Selenium:35.24µg
50.35%
Calcium:412.81mg
41.28%
Phosphorus:384.05mg
38.4%
Vitamin A:1856.9IU
37.14%
Vitamin K:36.38µg
34.65%
Manganese:0.6mg
29.78%
Vitamin B12:1.74µg
29.07%
Vitamin B2:0.47mg
27.68%
Vitamin B1:0.35mg
23.6%
Vitamin C:19.09mg
23.14%
Vitamin E:3.18mg
21.21%
Iron:3.81mg
21.15%
Copper:0.41mg
20.45%
Vitamin B3:3.9mg
19.5%
Zinc:2.92mg
19.48%
Folate:76.31µg
19.08%
Fiber:4.64g
18.57%
Potassium:537.17mg
15.35%
Magnesium:53.65mg
13.41%
Vitamin B6:0.23mg
11.55%
Vitamin B5:0.47mg
4.66%
Source:My Recipes