Neapolitan-Style Pizza Dough with Garlic-Infused Tomato Sauce

By Lauren Mitchell, Test Kitchen Director · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-06 · Updated 2026-06-06

A classic Neapolitan pizza dough baked to perfection topped with a rich garlic-infused tomato sauce, perfect for any pizza night. This italian-inspired pizza ready in about 140 minutes blends all-purpose flour, warm water, (1 packet) active dry yeast into a versatile sauce that lifts everything from grain bowls and roasted vegetables to grilled proteins — a small-batch staple worth keeping in the fridge. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 4, so a small batch covers several meals across the week without taking over the fridge. 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

• 500 g all-purpose flour
• 325 ml warm water
• 7 g (1 packet) active dry yeast
• 10 g fine sea salt
• 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
• 400 g canned crushed tomatoes
• 3, minced garlic cloves
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1/4 tsp red chili flakes
• a handful fresh basil leaves

Instructions

1. Step 1: In a small bowl, dissolve 7 g active dry yeast in 325 ml warm water (about 100°F) and let it bloom for 5 minutes until frothy.
2. Step 2: In a large mixing bowl, combine 500 g all-purpose flour and 10 g fine sea salt, then slowly pour in the yeast mixture and 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil. Mix until a shaggy dough forms.
3. Step 3: Knead the dough on a floured surface for 10 minutes until smooth and elastic, then place in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a damp cloth and let rise in a warm place for 1.5 hours until doubled in size.
4. Step 4: Meanwhile, heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Add 3 minced garlic cloves and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant but not browned.
5. Step 5: Stir in 400 g canned crushed tomatoes, 1 tsp dried oregano, and 1/4 tsp red chili flakes. Simmer gently for 15 minutes until the sauce thickens and flavors meld. Remove from heat and stir in a handful of fresh basil leaves.
6. Step 6: Preheat your oven to 500°F (260°C) with a pizza stone inside if available. Punch down the dough and stretch it into a 12-inch round on parchment paper.
7. Step 7: Spread the garlic-infused tomato sauce evenly over the dough, then bake on the hot stone or baking sheet for 7-9 minutes until the crust is puffed and golden.