Ingredients
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- 1 pre-made pizza crust or homemade dough
- 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice (about 2 lemons)
- 1 tbsp lemon zest
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup ricotta cheese
- Fresh basil leaves for garnish
- Olive oil for brushing
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- Optional: red pepper flakes for extra spice
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C). Place a pizza stone in the oven if using for a crisper crust.
- Combine lemon juice and lemon zest in a small bowl, season with salt and pepper. Set aside.
- Place your pizza crust on a baking sheet or peel. Brush lightly with olive oil.
- Spread ricotta cheese evenly over the crust, then sprinkle mozzarella cheese across the top.
- Drizzle the lemon mixture over the cheese layer, add red pepper flakes if desired.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until the crust is golden and cheese is bubbly.
- Remove from oven, brush lightly with olive oil, and garnish with fresh basil leaves.
Notes
- Use fresh lemons for maximum flavor; zest and juice are key to the citrus flavor.
- Pre-cook the crust slightly if you prefer a crunchier base.
- Balance the acidity with creamy cheeses like ricotta for harmony.
- Add fresh herbs like basil or thyme for extra aroma.
- Optional toppings like prosciutto or cherry tomatoes can enhance flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-12 minutes
- Category: Pizza
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 270 kcal Kcal
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 30mg