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Tomato basil pizza

Recipe Information

Description:
Tomato basil pizza is a delicious Italian recipe usually served as a main dish. It requires about 15 minutes of prep time and about 15 minutes of cooking time for a combined total time of 30 minutes. The overall cooking skill level is considered easy. This recipe will yield 8 servings if prepared as directed.
Servings 8
Preparation Time 15 Minutes
Cook Time 15 Minutes
Total Time 30 Minutes
Difficulty Easy
Main Ingredient Tomatoes; Basil; Pizza Dough
Category Vegetables; Fruit; Rice & Grains
Meal Lunch; Dinner
Type Main Dish
Cuisine Italian; American
Cook Method Baking
Diet

Ingredients

  • 1 pound pre-made pizza dough

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

  • 1 (8 ounce) package shredded mozzarella cheese

  • 3 cups cherry tomatoes, halved

  • 1 cup basil, chopped

  • Black pepper to taste

Directions

  • Preheat an oven to 500°F.

  • On a greased 14x6-inch baking sheet, stretch the pizza dough. Lightly brush the dough with olive oil and sprinkle with half of the mozzarella cheese.

  • In a medium bowl, combine the basil leaves, cherry tomatoes, and black pepper, then layer evenly over the dough.

  • Top with the remaining cheese and bake 12-15 minutes or until the dough is golden brown.

Nutrition (per serving)

  • Calories: 269 cal

  • Total fat: 10g

  • Saturated fat: 4g

  • Cholesterol: 20mg

  • Sodium: 546mg

  • Potassium: 141mg

  • Carbohydrate: 31g

  • Fiber: 2g

  • Protein: 13g