Fresh Tomato Veggie Pizza with Basil
A simple, oven-baked pizza featuring sun-ripened tomatoes and crisp vegetables, finished with aromatic basil for a joyful meal. This italian-inspired quick meals ready in about 35 minutes pairs ball (12 oz) Pizza dough, Tomato sauce, Shredded mozzarella cheese for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 300 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1 ball (12 oz) Pizza dough
- 1/2 cup Tomato sauce
- 1 cup Shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 tbsp Olive oil
- 1/2 cup Cherry tomatoes
- 1/4 cup Red onion
- 1/4 cup Fresh basil leaves
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Roll 1 ball pizza dough on a lightly floured surface to a 12-inch circle.
- Step 2: Brush the dough with 1 tbsp olive oil, then spread 1/2 cup tomato sauce evenly over the surface.
- Step 3: Sprinkle 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese over the sauce, then arrange 1/2 cup halved cherry tomatoes and 1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion on top.
- Step 4: Bake for 12-15 minutes until crust is golden and cheese is bubbly. Remove from oven and sprinkle 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil over the pizza. Let rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Fresh Tomato Veggie Pizza with Basil take to make?
Total time is about 35 minutes (20 min prep + 15 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Fresh Tomato Veggie Pizza with Basil?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep ball (12 oz) pizza dough from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Fresh Tomato Veggie Pizza with Basil?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Fresh Tomato Veggie Pizza with Basil for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Fresh Tomato Veggie Pizza with Basil?
Italian quick meals like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
A perfect balance of flavors. I made it for my husband and he said it's better than our favorite pizza place.
- ★★★★★
This recipe is a game-changer for weeknight dinners. The veggies were perfectly crisp and the basil added a fresh kick.
- ★★★★★
The fresh tomatoes and basil made this pizza absolutely delicious! My family loved it and it was so quick to make.
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