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Lemon Pizza

Lemon Pizza: A Zesty Twist on Homemade Gourmet Bliss

Lemon Pizza is a vibrant, vegetarian-friendly dish that combines fresh mozzarella with a zesty lemon brine for a unique and delicious twist.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1 lb Pizza Dough Store-bought or gluten-free
For the Brine
  • 1/4 cup Olive Oil High-quality
  • 1 clove Garlic Minced (or garlic powder as substitute)
  • 1 whole Lemon For zest and juice; Meyer lemons can be used
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1 tsp Black Pepper
  • 2 tbsp Parsley Chopped; basil or arugula can be substitutes
  • 1/4 cup Water
For the Toppings
  • 8 oz Fresh Mozzarella Sliced; shredded can substitute
  • 1/4 cup Grated Parmesan Optional
  • to taste Additional Toppings Grilled chicken, cherry tomatoes, or olives can be added

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Pizza stone
  • Parchment Paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Lemon Pizza
  1. Begin by slicing the fresh mozzarella into ½-inch thick rounds and pat them dry gently with paper towels.
  2. Lightly flour your work surface and roll out the pizza dough into about a 9 x 13 inch rectangular shape.
  3. In a jar, combine olive oil, water, chopped parsley, minced garlic, lemon zest, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Shake well to emulsify.
  4. Dimple the pizza dough surface with your fingers, drizzle the brine over it, and evenly distribute mozzarella on top.
  5. Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C) and place a pizza stone inside for about 30 minutes. Bake the pizza for 8-10 minutes.
  6. Remove from the oven, drizzle with lemon juice, sprinkle with grated parmesan and parsley, then slice and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 12gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Quality ingredients, light toppings, and fresh herbs enhance the unique flavors of Lemon Pizza. Ideal for sharing and impressing guests.

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