Description
Lemon Pizza is a refreshing and unique twist on classic pizza, offering a bright citrus flavor balanced by creamy cheese and savory toppings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ball of pizza dough, homemade or store-bought
- 1 small lemon, very thinly sliced and seeds removed
- ½ cup ricotta cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Fresh thyme or basil leaves
- Crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- Flour or cornmeal for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 475 degrees Fahrenheit and place a pizza stone or baking sheet inside to heat.
- On a lightly floured surface, roll out the pizza dough into a thin round or oval shape. Transfer to a piece of parchment paper dusted with flour or cornmeal.
- In a small bowl, mix the olive oil and minced garlic, then brush over the surface of the dough. Spread dollops of ricotta evenly across the pizza, then sprinkle with mozzarella.
- Arrange the thin lemon slices over the top, spacing them evenly. Season with salt, black pepper, and fresh thyme or basil.
- Transfer the pizza (with parchment) onto the preheated stone or baking sheet. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes or until the crust is golden and the cheese is melted and bubbling.
- Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before slicing. Top with a drizzle of olive oil or a sprinkle of red pepper flakes if desired.
Notes
- Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor.
- Experiment with different herbs for varied taste.
- Adjust lemon slices based on your preference for tartness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 30mg