Description
Lemon Pizza is a refreshing twist on traditional pizza, combining the bright, tangy flavor of lemon with creamy mozzarella and parmesan cheese. With a savory brine made of olive oil, garlic, and parsley, it’s a unique, flavorful pizza that’s perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
1 ball easy pizza dough (or store-bought dough)
2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
1 tbsp water
1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
1 small garlic clove, grated
1 tsp lemon zest
1 tsp lemon juice
¼ tsp fine salt
¼ tsp black pepper
5 oz (150g) fresh mozzarella (or ½ to ⅓ cup shredded firm mozzarella)
1 tbsp lemon juice (for finishing)
2 tbsp grated parmesan cheese
1 tbsp fresh parsley (for garnish)
Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the dough: Follow the easy pizza dough recipe until the dough has doubled in size, about 1 hour.
- Make the brine: In a glass jar with a lid, combine extra virgin olive oil, water, chopped parsley, grated garlic, lemon zest, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Shake well to emulsify.
- Shape the dough: Preheat the oven to 450°F (230°C). Once the dough is ready, stretch it out gently on parchment paper to a 9×13-inch size, keeping gas bubbles intact for a crispier texture.
- Add the brine: Use your fingers to make dimples in the dough. Pour the brine into these dimples, allowing the dough to soak in the flavors.
- Add toppings: Scatter the mozzarella cheese evenly over the dough.
- Bake the pizza: Transfer the pizza onto a preheated pizza stone or baking sheet, and bake for 8-10 minutes until golden and crispy.
- Finish the pizza: After baking, drizzle the pizza with fresh lemon juice. Top with parmesan, fresh parsley, and freshly ground black pepper. Serve immediately.
Notes
- If you’re not a fan of parsley, try basil or arugula for a fresh, herbal touch.
- For an extra zing, add thin slices of lemon directly on the pizza before baking.
- If you prefer a spicier version, sprinkle red pepper flakes over the pizza before baking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
