Lemon Pizza Recipe

Introduction

This Lemon Pizza offers a refreshing twist on classic pizza with a zesty lemon brine and creamy mozzarella. It’s bright, flavorful, and perfect for those looking for a unique homemade pizza experience.

Ingredients

• 1 ball Easy pizza dough (or store-bought dough)
• 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 1 tablespoon water
• 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 small garlic clove, grated
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest
• 1 teaspoon lemon juice
• ¼ teaspoon fine salt
• ¼ teaspoon black pepper
• 5 oz (150 grams) fresh mozzarella (or ½ to ⅓ cup shredded firm mozzarella)
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice (to finish)
• 2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese
• 1 tablespoon fresh parsley
• Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Instructions

1. Step 1: Follow your easy no-knead pizza dough recipe through step 5, including shaping the dough and preheating the oven.
2. Step 2: Prepare the cheese by cutting fresh mozzarella into ½ inch slices. If very watery, blot excess moisture with a paper towel.
3. Step 3: On a sheet of parchment paper, gently press the dough from the center outward into approximately a 9×13 inch rectangle. Transfer the dough to a pizza peel or the back of a rimmed baking sheet.
4. Step 4: Make the lemon brine by combining olive oil, water, parsley, grated garlic, lemon zest, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper in a jar with a lid. Shake well until emulsified.
5. Step 5: Create a few dimples in the stretched dough using your fingers. Evenly scatter the lemon brine over the dough, filling the dimples, then arrange the mozzarella slices on top.
6. Step 6: Transfer the pizza onto a preheated pizza stone using the pizza peel. Bake until the cheese is melted and both crust and cheese are nicely browned. Baking time varies, approximately 8-10 minutes in a fan oven.
7. Step 7: Remove the pizza from the oven and immediately drizzle with fresh lemon juice. Sprinkle with parmesan, fresh parsley, and freshly ground black pepper. Add chili flakes if desired. Slice and serve hot.

Tips & Variations

• If you don’t have a pizza stone, use an inverted rimmed baking sheet preheated in your oven’s lowest shelf to achieve a crisp crust.
• For a more intense lemon flavor, add extra lemon zest to the brine or finish with thin lemon slices on top before baking.
• Try swapping fresh mozzarella for a blend of mozzarella and provolone for a richer taste.

Storage

Store leftover pizza tightly covered in the refrigerator for up to 1 day. For longer storage, freeze wrapped slices for up to 3 months. Reheat in the oven to restore crispness and avoid sogginess.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use store-bought pizza dough for this recipe?

Yes, store-bought dough works well and can save time. Just make sure to follow the shaping and baking instructions for best results.

How do I prevent the mozzarella from making the pizza soggy?

Drain and pat dry fresh mozzarella with a paper towel to remove excess moisture before adding it to the pizza. This helps keep the crust crisp.

Lemon Pizza Recipe

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A refreshing twist on traditional pizza, Lemon Pizza combines a crispy thin crust with a vibrant lemon brine, fresh mozzarella, and a finishing touch of Parmesan and parsley. Perfect for those who enjoy bright, citrusy flavors balanced with savory cheese.

• Author: Rami
• Prep Time: 25 minutes (including dough rising time if making dough from scratch)
• Cook Time: 8-10 minutes
• Total Time: 33-35 minutes
• Yield: 1 medium rectangular pizza (9 x 13 inches), serves 2-3 1x
• Category: Pizza
• Method: Baking
• Cuisine: Italian

Ingredients

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Pizza Dough

• 1 ball Easy pizza dough (or store-bought dough)

Lemon Brine

• 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 1 tablespoon water
• 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 small garlic clove, grated
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest
• 1 teaspoon lemon juice
• ¼ teaspoon fine salt
• ¼ teaspoon black pepper

Mozzarella

• 5 oz (150 grams) fresh mozzarella (or ½ to ⅓ cup shredded firm mozzarella)

To Finish

• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese
• 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
• Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Instructions

1. Prepare the pizza dough: Follow the easy no-knead pizza dough recipe through step 5, which includes shaping the pizza and preheating the oven with a pizza stone or inverted baking sheet on the lowest rack.
2. Prepare the cheese: Slice fresh mozzarella into ½ inch thick pieces. If very watery, pat dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
3. Shape the dough: Place the dough on a sheet of parchment paper and gently press it out with your fingers from the center to form an approximately 9×13 inch rectangle. Transfer the dough on the parchment paper to a pizza peel or the back of a rimmed baking sheet.
4. Make the lemon brine: Combine extra virgin olive oil, water, chopped parsley, grated garlic, lemon zest, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper in a glass jar with a lid. Shake vigorously to emulsify.
5. Add the toppings: Create small dimples on the dough surface with your fingers. Evenly scatter the lemon brine over the dough, trying to fill these dimples. Distribute the mozzarella slices on top.
6. Bake the pizza: Carefully transfer the pizza with the parchment paper onto the preheated pizza stone or inverted baking sheet in the oven. Bake for about 8-10 minutes in a fan-assisted oven or until the crust and cheese are golden and bubbly. Adjust baking time based on your oven’s performance.
7. Finish and serve: Remove the pizza from the oven and immediately drizzle with fresh lemon juice. Sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese, fresh parsley, and freshly ground black pepper. Optionally add chili flakes for a bit of heat. Slice and serve hot.

Notes

• Pizza stone alternative: Use an inverted rimmed baking sheet preheated on the oven’s lowest shelf to achieve a crisp crust. Slide the pizza onto this hot surface and bake as usual.
• Leftovers: Store leftover pizza tightly covered in the refrigerator for up to 1 day, or freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat in the oven to restore crispness.

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