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Zesty Lemon Mozzarella Pizza

Zesty Lemon Mozzarella Pizza: A Bright Twist on Tradition

Zesty Lemon Mozzarella Pizza is a vibrant twist on tradition, celebrating fresh ingredients and delivering delightful citrus flavors.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Resting Time 30 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

Dough
  • 1 batch Pizza Dough homemade no-knead or store-bought
Brine
  • 3 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil high-quality
  • 1/2 cup Water
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley can substitute with basil or dill
  • 1 clove Garlic (grated)
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Zest
  • 1 teaspoon Fine Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper adjust to taste
Toppings
  • 150 grams Fresh Mozzarella or firm shredded mozzarella
  • 2 tablespoons Grated Parmesan Cheese for finishing
  • 1 teaspoon Freshly Ground Black Pepper for garnish
Finish
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice drizzle fresh after baking

Equipment

  • pizza stone
  • Baking Sheet
  • Jar
  • Parchment Paper

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Prepare the pizza dough according to your preferred recipe or unwrap your store-bought dough. Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C) with a pizza stone or baking sheet inside for 30 minutes.
  2. Slice the fresh mozzarella into roughly ½ inch pieces and pat them dry with paper towels.
  3. Stretch the dough into a rectangular shape (about 9x13 inches) on parchment paper, creating a border for the crust.
  4. In a jar, combine the olive oil, water, parsley, garlic, lemon zest, salt, and black pepper. Seal and shake vigorously until well-mixed.
  5. Make dimples all over the stretched dough. Pour the brine evenly over the dough and arrange the mozzarella slices on top.
  6. Slide the pizza onto the preheated stone or baking sheet and bake for 8 to 10 minutes until the crust is golden brown and cheese is bubbly.
  7. Remove from the oven and drizzle fresh lemon juice over the top. Sprinkle with parmesan cheese and fresh parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 10gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For a perfect Zesty Lemon Mozzarella Pizza, be sure to pat the mozzarella dry and preheat your cooking surface thoroughly.

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