Description
A refreshing pizza that combines the classic flavors of pizza with the bright zing of lemon, topped with mozzarella and herbs.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ball Easy pizza dough or store-bought dough
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon water
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 small garlic clove, grated
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1/4 teaspoon fine salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 5 oz fresh mozzarella or 1/2 to 1/3 cup shredded firm mozzarella
- 1 tablespoon additional lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley
- Freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the pizza dough according to the easy no-knead recipe or store-bought instructions until ready for use.
- If using fresh mozzarella, cut into 1/2 inch thick slices and remove excess moisture with a paper towel.
- Shape the risen dough into a rectangle about 9×13 inches and transfer it to parchment paper.
- In a jar, mix olive oil, water, chopped parsley, garlic, lemon zest, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper to create the brine. Dimple the dough and distribute the brine over it, then add mozzarella pieces.
- Transfer the pizza onto a preheated pizza stone and bake for 8-10 minutes until golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and drizzle with fresh lemon juice, sprinkle parmesan and parsley, then serve hot.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for 2-3 days. Reheat in the oven at 375°F for 10-15 minutes or on a skillet.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: lemon pizza, summer pizza, refreshing recipes, citrus flavors, easy pizza