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Garlic Basil Tomato Pizza recipe

Golden Garlic Basil Tomato Pizza with Fresh Herbs

Sofia RussoSofia Russo
A delightful Garlic Basil Tomato Pizza that combines fresh herbs and ripe cherry tomatoes on a homemade crust, perfect for a vegetarian pizza night.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Rising Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 35 minutes
Course Dinner
Cuisine Italian American
Servings 8 slices
Calories 320 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 pizza stone preheated
  • 1 Mixing Bowl large
  • 1 Rolling Pin

Ingredients
  

Pizza Dough

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp active dry yeast
  • 1 cup warm water
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tbsp olive oil

Toppings

  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup mozzarella cheese shredded
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • In a large bowl, combine flour and salt. In a separate bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water with a pinch of sugar. Add yeast mixture to flour and mix to form a dough. Knead for 5-10 minutes until smooth. Let rise for 1 hour in a warm place.
  • Slice cherry tomatoes in half. Mince garlic cloves. Tear basil leaves into small pieces. Set aside all toppings for assembly.

Assembling the Pizza

  • Once the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it out on a floured surface to your desired thickness. Transfer to a preheated pizza stone.
  • Drizzle olive oil over the dough. Distribute cherry tomatoes and minced garlic evenly. Sprinkle mozzarella cheese over the top, followed by fresh basil leaves. Season with salt and pepper.

Baking

  • Preheat oven to 475°F. Bake pizza for 12-15 minutes, or until crust is golden and cheese is bubbly. Remove from oven and let cool slightly before slicing.

Serving

  • Cut the pizza into slices. Serve warm with additional fresh basil and a drizzle of olive oil if desired.

Storage

  • Store any leftover pizza in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat before serving.

Notes

Pro Tips: Allow the dough to rise properly for a better crust.
Ingredient Substitutions: Use whole wheat flour for a healthier option.
How to Serve: Serve with a side salad and lemonade.
Storage & Freshness: Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container.
Make-Ahead Tips: Prepare dough a day in advance and refrigerate.
Keyword Fresh Basil Pizza, Garlic Basil Tomato Pizza, vegetarian pizza recipe