New York Style Margherita Pizza
A classic pizza with fresh mozzarella, ripe tomatoes, and fragrant basil, baked to a crisp crust. This italian-inspired quick meals (vegetarian) ready in about 40 minutes pairs Pizza dough, Tomato sauce, sliced Fresh mozzarella for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 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. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 12 oz Pizza dough
- 1/2 cup Tomato sauce
- 4 oz, sliced Fresh mozzarella
- 10 leaves Fresh basil leaves
- 2 tbsp Extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp Kosher salt
- 1/2 tsp Black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 475°F (245°C). On a floured surface, roll out dough into a 12-inch circle, stretching to 1/8-inch thickness.
- Step 2: Spread tomato sauce evenly over dough, leaving 1/2-inch border. Drizzle 1 tbsp olive oil over sauce.
- Step 3: Arrange mozzarella slices over sauce, then scatter basil leaves. Sprinkle salt and pepper evenly.
- Step 4: Bake for 10-12 minutes until crust is golden and cheese is bubbly. Let rest 5 minutes before slicing.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does New York Style Margherita Pizza take to make?
Total time is about 40 minutes (25 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 New York Style Margherita Pizza?
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 pizza dough from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in New York Style Margherita Pizza?
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 New York Style Margherita Pizza 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.
Is New York Style Margherita Pizza vegetarian?
Yes — this recipe is tagged vegetarian based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Doubled the garlic (as one does) and it was amazing.
- ★★★★☆
Almost perfect — just needed a squeeze of lemon at the end.
- ★★★★☆
Nice recipe! Presentation was beautiful. Flavor was good, not great.
