Wood-Fired Pizza with Roasted Peppers and Oregano

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Hand-tossed pizza baked in a wood-fired oven with smoky roasted bell peppers, mozzarella, and fresh oregano leaves. This italian-inspired pizza (vegetarian) ready in about 40 minutes pairs pizza dough, olive oil, minced garlic for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 400 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: 20 min Cook: 20 min Serves 4 Italian cuisine 400 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat wood-fired oven or conventional oven to highest setting, about 500°F. Toss 1 large sliced red bell pepper and 1 large sliced yellow bell pepper with 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp kosher salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Spread on a baking sheet and roast in oven for 15 minutes until soft and slightly charred.
  2. Step 2: Roll out 1 lb pizza dough on a floured surface to a 12-inch circle.
  3. Step 3: Brush dough with remaining 1 tbsp olive oil and sprinkle 2 cloves minced garlic evenly over the surface.
  4. Step 4: Arrange roasted pepper strips evenly on top of the dough.
  5. Step 5: Distribute 8 oz sliced fresh mozzarella over the pizza.
  6. Step 6: Sprinkle 1 tsp dried oregano and 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes over the cheese.
  7. Step 7: Bake pizza in oven for 8-10 minutes until crust is golden and cheese is bubbly and slightly browned.
  8. Step 8: Remove pizza and scatter 2 tbsp fresh oregano leaves over the top before slicing and serving.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Wood-Fired Pizza with Roasted Peppers and Oregano take to make?

Total time is about 40 minutes (20 min prep + 20 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 Pizza with Roasted Peppers and Oregano?

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 Wood-Fired Pizza with Roasted Peppers and Oregano?

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 Pizza with Roasted Peppers and Oregano 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.

Is Wood-Fired Pizza with Roasted Peppers and Oregano 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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