Herb-Infused Garlic Crust Pizza with Lemon Zest

By AislePrompt Test Kitchen · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · ·

A savory pizza featuring a garlic-herb crust, melted cheese, and a bright lemon finish for balanced flavor. This italian-inspired quick meals ready in about 57 minutes pairs baking flour, warm water, fresh parsley for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 460 calories and feeds 2, 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.

★ 4.4 (8 ratings) Prep: 45 min Cook: 12 min Serves 2 Italian cuisine 460 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Mix 200g baking flour with 120ml warm water and 10ml olive oil. Knead until smooth, then rest for 40 minutes.
  2. Step 2: Finely chop 2 garlic cloves and 15g fresh parsley. Mix into dough before rolling.
  3. Step 3: Roll dough into a 26cm circle. Spread 180g fresh mozzarella evenly over crust.
  4. Step 4: Bake at 220°C for 12 minutes until crust is crisp and cheese is bubbly.
  5. Step 5: Immediately after baking, sprinkle 5g lemon zest over pizza and drizzle with 5ml olive oil for brightness.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Herb-Infused Garlic Crust Pizza with Lemon Zest take to make?

Total time is about 57 minutes (45 min prep + 12 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 Herb-Infused Garlic Crust Pizza with Lemon Zest?

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 baking flour from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Herb-Infused Garlic Crust Pizza with Lemon Zest?

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 Herb-Infused Garlic Crust Pizza with Lemon Zest for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). 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 Herb-Infused Garlic Crust Pizza with Lemon Zest?

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.

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