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Lemon Pizza

Zesty Lemon Pizza That Will Brighten Your Dinner Table

Experience the refreshing taste of Lemon Pizza, a delightful dish that will invigorate your dinner table with zesty flavors.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Dough Rising Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 4 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1 batch Pizza Dough Use homemade or store-bought for convenience.
For the Brine
  • 3 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil Substitute with regular olive oil if needed.
  • 1/2 cup Water Use as-is.
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley Substitute with basil or arugula for a different flavor profile.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Consider using roasted garlic for a milder taste.
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Zest Freshly grated zest is best.
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Always use freshly squeezed for maximum flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust according to taste.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper Freshly ground is recommended.
For the Toppings
  • 8 ounces Fresh Mozzarella Use shredded low-moisture mozzarella if unavailable.
  • 1/4 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese Optional for a vegetarian version.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Pizza Stone or Baking Sheet
  • Jar for Brine
  • Rolling Pin
  • paper towels

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Lemon Pizza
  1. Prepare the Dough: Begin by making your pizza dough, whether from scratch or using a store-bought option. If using homemade dough, allow it to proof in a warm area for 1 hour until it has doubled in size.
  2. Preheat the Oven: While the dough is rising, preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C). This high temperature ensures a crispy and golden crust.
  3. Prepare Cheese: Cut your fresh mozzarella into thick slices or chunks and drain any excess moisture on a paper towel.
  4. Shape Dough: Roll out the proofed dough on parchment paper into a 9x13 inch rectangle.
  5. Make Brine: In a jar, combine extra virgin olive oil, water, chopped fresh parsley, grated garlic, lemon zest, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Shake to emulsify.
  6. Add Toppings: Make dimples in the rolled-out dough, pour the brine over it, and evenly distribute the mozzarella pieces on top.
  7. Bake Pizza: Transfer the Lemon Pizza to the preheated stone or baking sheet and bake for about 8-10 minutes until golden brown.
  8. Serve: Remove from the oven, drizzle with additional lemon juice, sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley, and slice to serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 10gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 550mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For the best experience, serve Lemon Pizza immediately after baking, and customize toppings as desired.

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