Description
Experience the taste of summer with this Summertime Easy Caprese Pizza! Featuring a crispy crust topped with fresh mozzarella, juicy tomatoes, and fragrant basil, this pizza is a celebration of seasonal flavors. Perfect for gatherings or a cozy night in, it’s simple to make and customizable with your favorite toppings. Enjoy every bite of this delightful dish that captures the essence of summer.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb pizza dough
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella cheese
- 2 cups ripe tomatoes, sliced
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp balsamic glaze
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C).
- Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface to about 12 inches in diameter.
- (Optional) Spread a thin layer of tomato sauce on the dough.
- Tear mozzarella into bite-sized pieces and distribute over the dough.
- Arrange sliced tomatoes evenly on top.
- Scatter fresh basil leaves and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
- Bake for 10-15 minutes until the crust is golden brown and cheese is bubbly.
- Drizzle with olive oil and balsamic glaze before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (90g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 30mg