Thin-Crust Tomato and Basil Pizza

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Individual 10.5-inch thin-crust pizza topped with fresh tomato sauce, mozzarella, and basil leaves, baked to a perfect golden crisp. This Italian-inspired pizza recipe, ready in about 32 minutes, pairs pizza dough, olive oil, crushed canned tomatoes for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 600 calories and feeds 1, 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.

Prep: 20 min Cook: 12 min Serves 1 Italian cuisine 600 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 475°F with a pizza stone or baking sheet inside for at least 30 minutes to get it hot.
  2. Step 2: In a small bowl, combine 1/2 cup crushed canned tomatoes, 1 minced garlic clove, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/8 tsp black pepper. Mix well to make a simple tomato sauce.
  3. Step 3: Roll out the 10.5-inch pizza dough on a floured surface to an even thickness. Transfer to a piece of parchment paper.
  4. Step 4: Brush 1 tbsp olive oil evenly over the dough surface. Spread the tomato sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a 1-inch border.
  5. Step 5: Arrange 4 oz sliced fresh mozzarella evenly on top of the sauce.
  6. Step 6: Slide the pizza on the parchment onto the preheated stone or baking sheet. Bake for 10-12 minutes until the crust is golden and mozzarella is bubbly and slightly browned.
  7. Step 7: Remove pizza from oven and immediately scatter 10 fresh basil leaves and sprinkle 2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese over the hot pizza.
  8. Step 8: Let cool for 3 minutes before slicing and serving.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Thin-Crust Tomato and Basil Pizza take to make?

Total time is about 32 minutes (20 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 Thin-Crust Tomato and Basil 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 Thin-Crust Tomato and Basil 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 Thin-Crust Tomato and Basil Pizza for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 1 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 1). 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 Thin-Crust Tomato and Basil Pizza?

Italian pizza 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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