Wood-Fired Margherita Pizza with Fresh Basil and Fior di Latte

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Thin-crust pizza baked in a wood-fired oven, topped with vibrant tomato sauce, creamy Fior di Latte mozzarella, and fragrant fresh basil leaves. This italian-inspired pizza (vegetarian) ready in about 30 minutes pairs ball (about 12 oz) pizza dough, crushed San Marzano canned tomatoes, extra virgin olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 700 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.

Prep: 20 min Cook: 10 min Serves 2 Italian cuisine 700 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat your oven to its highest setting (ideally 500°F or more) with a pizza stone inside for at least 45 minutes.
  2. Step 2: In a small bowl, combine 1/2 cup crushed San Marzano tomatoes with 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, 1 minced garlic clove, and 1/2 tsp sea salt. Stir and set aside.
  3. Step 3: Stretch 1 ball of pizza dough into a 12-inch thin round on a floured surface, then transfer to a pizza peel dusted with flour.
  4. Step 4: Spread the tomato sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a 1-inch border around the edges. Scatter 6 oz torn fresh mozzarella pieces evenly on top.
  5. Step 5: Slide the pizza onto the hot pizza stone and bake for 7-9 minutes until the crust is puffed and charred in spots and cheese is melted and bubbly.
  6. Step 6: Remove the pizza and immediately scatter 8 fresh basil leaves over the top. Drizzle with a little more olive oil if desired and serve hot.

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Frequently asked questions

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

Total time is about 30 minutes (20 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 Fior di Latte?

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 extra virgin olive oil from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Wood-Fired Margherita Pizza with Fresh Basil and Fior di Latte?

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 Fior di Latte 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 Wood-Fired Margherita Pizza with Fresh Basil and Fior di Latte 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.

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