Wood-Fired Margherita Pizza with Fresh Basil and Burrata

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Hand-stretched pizza baked in a wood-fired oven topped with vibrant tomato sauce, creamy burrata, and fresh basil leaves. This italian-inspired pizza ready in about 25 minutes pairs room temperature pizza dough, olive oil, tomato sauce for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 480 calories and feeds 4, 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: 15 min Cook: 10 min Serves 4 Italian cuisine 480 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat wood-fired oven or conventional oven to 500°F with pizza stone inside for at least 45 minutes.
  2. Step 2: On a floured surface, stretch 1 lb pizza dough into a 12-inch round, pressing out the edges to form a thin crust.
  3. Step 3: Brush the dough with 2 tbsp olive oil, then spread 1/2 cup tomato sauce evenly over the surface, leaving a 1-inch border.
  4. Step 4: Distribute 6 oz sliced fresh mozzarella evenly on the pizza, then slide the pizza onto the preheated stone or wood-fired oven.
  5. Step 5: Bake for 7-10 minutes until crust is golden and cheese is bubbling and slightly browned.
  6. Step 6: Remove pizza from oven, tear 4 oz burrata into chunks and place on top, scatter 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, and sprinkle 1/2 tsp sea salt and optional 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes.
  7. Step 7: Let rest for 2 minutes before slicing and serving immediately.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Wood-Fired Margherita Pizza with Fresh Basil and Burrata take to make?

Total time is about 25 minutes (15 min prep + 10 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 Wood-Fired Margherita Pizza with Fresh Basil and Burrata?

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 room temperature pizza dough from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Wood-Fired Margherita Pizza with Fresh Basil and Burrata?

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 Wood-Fired Margherita Pizza with Fresh Basil and Burrata for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). 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 Wood-Fired Margherita Pizza with Fresh Basil and Burrata?

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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