Description
Sheet Pan Margherita Pizza is a deliciously simple take on the classic Italian favorite, perfect for sharing with family and friends. With a crispy golden crust topped with creamy fresh mozzarella, sweet ripe tomatoes, and fragrant basil, this pizza brings vibrant flavors to your table. Whether you’re hosting a casual get-together or enjoying a cozy night in, this easy-to-make recipe ensures that you create an impressive dish that will have everyone coming back for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup tomato sauce
- 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 475°F (245°C).
- Lightly grease a large baking sheet with olive oil.
- Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface until 1/2 inch thick; transfer to the baking sheet.
- Spread tomato sauce evenly over the dough.
- Tear mozzarella into pieces and distribute over the sauce; sprinkle with salt and pepper.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until the crust is golden brown.
- Remove from oven, add fresh basil leaves, let cool slightly, slice, and serve.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 120g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 30mg