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Margherita Flatbread Pizza

Delicious Margherita Flatbread Pizza in Just 15 Minutes

Quick and tasty Margherita Flatbread Pizza recipe perfect for busy weeknights and gatherings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pizza Base
  • 1 piece Flatbread (Naan) Serves as a fantastic crust that bakes up crispy.
For the Cheese
  • 8 ounces Fresh Mozzarella Melts beautifully for a classic texture.
For the Toppings
  • 2 medium Tomatoes Thinly sliced heirloom or cherry tomatoes.
  • 1 handful Fresh Basil Add just before serving.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Freshly pressed for maximum flavor.
For the Drizzle
  • 1.5 tablespoons Olive Oil Brush on the crust for flavor and crispiness.
  • 1.5 tablespoons Balsamic Vinegar Drizzle for a sweet and tangy touch.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Pastry brush

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare your flatbread on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  2. In a small bowl, combine the garlic with olive oil and spread half of it over the flatbread.
  3. Bake the flatbread in the preheated oven for about 5 minutes until slightly golden and crisp.
  4. Layer fresh mozzarella slices, then add salt, pepper, and tomatoes evenly over the flatbread.
  5. Return the flatbread to the oven and bake for an additional 5 minutes until the cheese melts and bubbles.
  6. Switch to broil and cook for 2-3 minutes until golden bubbly; watch closely to prevent burning.
  7. Combine the remaining garlic oil with balsamic vinegar, then drizzle over the pizza once baked.
  8. Add fresh basil just before serving for aroma and color.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 10gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Keep toppings simple to avoid a soggy crust and use fresh ingredients for the best flavor.

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