Classic Italian Margherita Pizza recipe, Italian, Main Courses

Classic Italian Margherita Pizza

By Sam · Recently updated

An iconic Neapolitan pizza featuring San Marzano tomato sauce, fresh mozzarella, and fresh basil.

One serving of Classic Italian Margherita Pizza has about 587 calories, 24g protein, 68g carbs and 23g fat, and takes about 30 minutes to make. Get the full nutrition breakdown with Rasora AI.

ItalianMain CoursesContains DairyEgglessGluten FreeHalal Friendly
30 min
Total
4
Servings
587
Calories
24g
Protein
68g
Carbs
23g
Fat

Nutrition and dietary/allergen info is calculated automatically and may contain mistakes — always check the ingredients yourself. Not medical or dietary advice.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb pizza dough
  • 0.5 cup san marzano tomato sauce
  • 8 oz mozzarella
  • 10 whole basil leave
  • 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 0.5 tsp sea salt

Instructions

  1. 1

    Preheat oven to 500°F (260°C) with a pizza stone inside.

  2. 2

    Stretch dough on parchment paper into a 12-inch circle.

  3. 3

    Spread tomato sauce evenly, leaving a 1-inch crust border.

  4. 4

    Arrange fresh mozzarella slices over sauce.

  5. 5

    Bake for 8-10 mins until crust is golden and cheese is bubbly. Top with fresh basil and olive oil.

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