Zesty Lemon Mozzarella Pizza Recipe
This Zesty Lemon Mozzarella Pizza offers a bright and refreshing twist on traditional pizza by combining the creamy richness of fresh mozzarella with the vibrant acidity of lemon. Featuring a homemade or store-bought easy pizza dough, a tangy lemon brine, and finished with Parmesan and fresh herbs, this pizza is baked to perfection on a hot pizza stone, delivering a beautifully browned crust and melty cheese in just 8-10 minutes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8-10 minutes
- Total Time: 23-25 minutes
- Yield: 1 medium 9x13 inch pizza (serves 2-3 people) 1x
- Category: Pizza
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
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
- 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
- Prepare the Dough: Follow your easy no-knead pizza dough recipe through step 5, which includes shaping the dough and preheating your oven. If using store-bought dough, let it come to room temperature before shaping.
- Prepare Mozzarella: If using fresh mozzarella submerged in water, slice it into ½ inch thick pieces. Remove excess moisture by gently dabbing the slices with paper towels to avoid sogginess on the pizza.
- Shape the Dough: Place the dough on a sheet of parchment paper. Starting from the center, gently press it out with your fingers until the dough measures approximately 9 by 13 inches. Transfer gently to a pizza peel or the back of a rimmed baking sheet for easy transfer.
- Make the Lemon Brine: Combine 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 tablespoon water, chopped parsley, grated garlic, lemon zest, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper into a glass jar with a lid. Shake vigorously until the mixture is well emulsified and combined.
- Apply the Brine and Cheese: Once the dough is stretched, create small dimples in the surface with your fingers. Evenly scatter the lemon brine over the dough, filling the dimples with the liquid. Then evenly distribute the mozzarella slices or shredded mozzarella on top.
- Bake the Pizza: Using the pizza peel, carefully slide the pizza with the parchment paper onto a preheated pizza stone in a forced fan (convection) oven. Bake the pizza until the crust is golden and the cheese is browned and bubbly, about 8-10 minutes. Oven times can vary, so keep a close eye to prevent burning.
- Finish and Serve: After baking, immediately drizzle the pizza with fresh lemon juice. Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese and chopped fresh parsley over the top. Season with freshly ground black pepper or optional chili flakes if desired. Slice the pizza and serve hot for the best flavor and texture.
Notes
- This pizza combines the bright acidity of lemon with creamy mozzarella, offering a unique and refreshing flavor contrast.
- Removing excess moisture from fresh mozzarella prevents the pizza from becoming soggy.
- Using a pizza stone and preheating it ensures a crispy crust.
- Keep an eye on the pizza during baking as oven temperatures and times can vary significantly.
- Add a pinch of chili flakes on top for a subtle spicy kick if you like.
Keywords: lemon pizza, mozzarella pizza, lemon zest pizza, easy pizza recipe, fresh mozzarella, homemade pizza, zesty pizza, vegetarian pizza
Find it online: https://hannahdelgado.com/zesty-lemon-mozzarella-pizza-recipe/
