Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of 3 Cheese Lemon Basil Pizza, a delightful dish that transforms ordinary pizza night into a gourmet experience. This recipe features a harmonious blend of creamy mozzarella, tangy provolone, and sharp parmesan, perfectly complemented by fresh basil and zesty lemon slices. It’s not only quick to prepare—taking less than 30 minutes—but also versatile enough to cater to your taste preferences. Serve it at family gatherings or enjoy it as a comforting weeknight dinner; this pizza is sure to impress with its bright flavors and fresh ingredients.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 pound pizza dough
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 3/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 3/4 cup shredded provolone cheese
- Fresh basil leaves
- 1 small Meyer or regular lemon thinly sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, chopped
- 1 shallot, halved and leaves separated
- 1 teaspoon honey
- Chili flakes (to taste)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 450°F (232°C).
- On a floured surface, roll out the pizza dough into a 10-12 inch circle and transfer it to a baking sheet.
- Brush the crust lightly with olive oil and sprinkle grated parmesan evenly.
- Add toasted sesame seeds, thyme, garlic, shallots, and chili flakes; drizzle with honey.
- Layer mozzarella and provolone over the toppings, then arrange lemon slices on top.
- Bake for 10-15 minutes until the crust is golden brown and cheeses are bubbling.
- Finish with fresh basil before slicing.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 30mg