Description
Fresh out of the oven, this vibrant lemon and herb pizza offers a delightful aroma and a zesty flavor profile, perfect for elevating any casual gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 pound pizza dough
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
- 2 cloves garlic, chopped
- 1 shallot, halved and leaves separated
- Chili flakes to taste
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 3/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 3/4 cup shredded provolone cheese
- 1 small Meyer or regular lemon, thinly sliced
- Fresh basil leaves, torn
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 450°F (232°C).
- On a lightly floured surface, push the dough out until it is thin (about a 10 to 12 inch circle).
- Transfer the dough to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Lightly brush the crust with olive oil, then sprinkle with parmesan, sesame seeds, thyme, garlic, shallots, and chili flakes.
- Drizzle over the honey.
- Add the mozzarella and provolone evenly over the crust.
- Arrange the lemon slices over the cheese and top with torn basil leaves.
- Bake for 10 to 15 minutes or until the crust is golden and cheese is bubbling.
- Remove from the oven and top with fresh basil. Slice and enjoy.
Notes
For best results, let your pizza dough rest at room temperature for 30 minutes before stretching.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 15mg