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Zesty Lemon Mozzarella Pizza

Zesty Lemon Mozzarella Pizza That's a Summer Slice Delight

Enjoy a refreshing twist on pizza with Zesty Lemon Mozzarella Pizza, a flavorful summer delight.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 280

Ingredients
  

For the No-Knead Dough
  • 1 package Easy Pizza Dough store-bought or homemade
  • 1 cup Water
For the Toppings
  • 2 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil high-quality recommended
  • 8 ounces Fresh Mozzarella cut into pieces
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Zest fresh is best
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice to drizzle post-baking
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Parsley or substitute basil
  • 1 clove Garlic Clove minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon Fine Salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon Black Pepper to taste
  • 1/4 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese optional
For Serving
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Flakes optional, to taste

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Pizza Stone
  • Baking sheet
  • Glass Jar
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to its highest temperature, ideally around 475°F (245°C). If using a pizza stone, place it on the middle rack to heat for at least 30 minutes.
  2. Cut fresh mozzarella into ½-inch pieces. Pat dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
  3. Stretch out your easy pizza dough into a rectangle or circle about 9x13 inches, creating a nice edge for the crust.
  4. In a glass jar, combine extra virgin olive oil, a splash of water, chopped parsley, minced garlic, lemon zest, salt, and black pepper. Seal and shake to mix.
  5. Transfer the shaped dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Dimple the surface and pour the herb brine over the dough.
  6. Sprinkle mozzarella over the brine-soaked dough. Slide the pizza onto the preheated stone or baking sheet in the oven. Bake for 8-10 minutes.
  7. Remove the pizza, drizzle with fresh lemon juice, sprinkle grated parmesan, parsley, and black pepper. Slice and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 280kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 10gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, manage moisture from mozzarella and preheat your pizza stone for a crisp crust.

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