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Zesty Lemon Pizza: The ULTIMATE Flavor Hack You NEED


  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Description

A bright and zesty pizza featuring creamy ricotta cheese, thinly sliced lemons, and fresh basil. Perfect for a light and flavorful meal!


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 pound pizza dough
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 lemon, thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, roughly chopped

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 450°F (232°C). Place pizza stone in oven if using.
  2. Roll out pizza dough to a 12 inch round and brush with 1 tablespoon olive oil.
  3. Combine ricotta and Parmesan cheese, season with salt and pepper, and spread over the dough.
  4. Arrange lemon slices over the cheese mixture; drizzle with remaining olive oil; sprinkle with red pepper flakes if desired.
  5. Transfer pizza to pizza stone or baking sheet.
  6. Bake for 12 15 minutes, or until crust is golden brown and cheese is bubbly.
  7. Remove from oven, let cool slightly, and top with fresh basil leaves.
  8. Slice and serve immediately.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Cuisine: Italian Inspired

Nutrition

  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 400mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 12g
  • Cholesterol: 40mg

Keywords: pizza, lemon, ricotta, vegetarian, basil