Gluten-Free Tomato Basil Pizza with Mozzarella

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-21 · Updated 2026-05-21

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A simple gluten-free pizza featuring a tender crust topped with fresh tomato sauce, basil leaves, and creamy mozzarella cheese. This Italian-inspired pizza recipe (gluten-free, vegetarian), ready in about 30 minutes, pairs gluten-free pizza crust, olive oil, garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with rice, quinoa, or a quick salad. 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.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Italian cuisine 320 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1 10-inch crust gluten-free pizza crust
2 tbsp olive oil
2 cloves, minced garlic cloves
1 cup canned crushed tomatoes
1/4 cup, roughly chopped fresh basil leaves
6 oz shredded mozzarella cheese
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
optional, 1/8 tsp red pepper flakes

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Instructions

Step 1: Preheat the oven to 425°F. Brush 2 tbsp olive oil evenly over the 10-inch gluten-free pizza crust placed on a baking sheet.
Step 2: In a small skillet over medium heat, sauté 2 minced garlic cloves in 1 tbsp olive oil for 1-2 minutes until fragrant but not browned. Add 1 cup canned crushed tomatoes, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Simmer gently for 5 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
Step 3: Spread the warm tomato sauce over the prepared crust, then sprinkle 6 oz shredded mozzarella evenly on top.
Step 4: Scatter 1/4 cup roughly chopped fresh basil leaves over the cheese and optionally sprinkle 1/8 tsp red pepper flakes for mild heat.
Step 5: Bake the pizza in the oven for 12-15 minutes until the cheese melts and bubbles with golden edges. Remove and let cool 3 minutes before slicing.