Description
Lemon Pizza is a delightful twist on traditional pizza that brings vibrant flavors to your table. This unique dish features a crispy crust topped with creamy lemon sauce, fresh mozzarella, and aromatic herbs. Perfect for casual gatherings or dinner parties, Lemon Pizza is easy to make and sure to impress your guests. With every bite, you’ll experience a refreshing burst of citrus that elevates the classic pizza experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb pizza dough
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella cheese, torn into pieces
- 2 tbsp lemon zest
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Fresh basil or thyme for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C).
- Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface to your desired thickness.
- In a bowl, whisk together heavy cream, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt until smooth.
- Spread the lemon cream sauce evenly over the dough.
- Scatter torn mozzarella pieces and sprinkle lemon zest on top.
- Transfer the pizza to a baking sheet or pizza stone and bake for 12-15 minutes until golden brown and bubbly.
- Remove from the oven, drizzle with olive oil, garnish with fresh herbs, slice, and serve warm.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 45mg