Quick Margherita Flatbread Pizza
Quick Margherita flatbread pizza is a fast and fresh twist on classic pizza, made with store-bought flatbread, creamy mozzarella, juicy tomatoes, and fragrant basil. It’s ready in minutes and perfect for a light meal or easy appetizer.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 2 flatbread pizzas (serves 2)
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 2 pieces store-bought flatbread or naan
- 4 oz fresh mozzarella (sliced or pearls)
- 2–3 fresh tomatoes (Roma, cherry, or heirloom), sliced and patted dry
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 clove garlic, minced (or 1/2 tsp garlic powder)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil leaves
- Optional: balsamic glaze, grated parmesan, red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Place the flatbread on a baking sheet.
- Brush each flatbread lightly with olive oil and sprinkle with garlic or garlic powder.
- Arrange mozzarella slices evenly across the flatbread.
- Top with sliced tomatoes and season with salt and pepper.
- Bake for 8–10 minutes, until cheese is melted and flatbread is crisp.
- Remove from oven and top with fresh basil leaves.
- Drizzle with balsamic glaze or sprinkle with parmesan/red pepper flakes if desired.
- Slice and serve warm.
Notes
- Dry tomatoes and mozzarella before assembling to avoid sogginess.
- For a crispier base, bake directly on the oven rack.
- Add arugula or prosciutto after baking for variation.
- Use shredded mozzarella if fresh is unavailable.
- Great for quick lunches or easy appetizers.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 flatbread pizza
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 530mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
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