Ingredients
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- 1 pre-made pizza crust or homemade crust
- 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice (about 2-3 lemons)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- Fresh basil leaves for garnish
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Optional: thinly sliced lemon rounds for topping
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together the fresh lemon juice and olive oil. Add a pinch of salt and pepper.
- Spread ricotta cheese evenly over the pizza crust. Drizzle with half of the lemon mixture.
- Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese over the ricotta and add lemon zest.
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Bake the pizza for 12-15 minutes or until the crust is golden and cheese is bubbly. Add lemon slices on top in the last few minutes if desired.
- Remove from oven. Garnish with fresh basil leaves and a drizzle of olive oil. Slice and serve immediately.
Notes
- Pre-bake crust for 5 minutes before adding toppings for extra crispness.
- Experiment with toppings like arugula, goat cheese, or roasted garlic.
- Use fresh lemon zest and juice for the best flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12-15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 280 Kcal
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
