Ingredients
– 1 pre-made pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
– 2 cups fresh cherry tomatoes, halved
– 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
– ½ cup chimichurri sauce (homemade or store-bought)
– ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– Salt and pepper to taste
– Fresh basil leaves, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Creating your Chimichurri Tomato Pizza is easy if you follow these simple steps:
1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C) or the highest setting available.
2. Prepare the Baking Surface: If you have a pizza stone, place it in the oven while preheating. If not, use a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
3. Roll Out the Dough: On a lightly floured surface, roll out the pizza dough to your desired thickness. Aim for about 12 inches in diameter for a classic pizza shape.
4. Transfer the Dough: Carefully place the rolled-out dough onto the hot pizza stone or the prepared baking sheet.
5. Add Olive Oil: Brush a thin layer of olive oil over the dough to help it bake up crispy.
6. Layer the Ingredients: Spread the chimichurri sauce evenly over the pizza dough, leaving a small border around the edges.
7. Add Tomatoes: Distribute the halved cherry tomatoes over the chimichurri sauce evenly.
8. Add Cheese: Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese generously over the tomatoes and chimichurri sauce.
9. Season: Lightly season with salt and freshly cracked black pepper to enhance the flavors of the toppings.
10. Top with Parmesan: Finish by sprinkling the grated Parmesan cheese evenly across the pizza.
11. Bake the Pizza: Place the pizza in the oven and bake for 20-25 minutes. Keep an eye on it until the crust becomes golden brown and the cheese bubbles.
12. Cool Down: Once baked, carefully remove the pizza from the oven and let it rest for about 5 minutes before slicing.
13. Garnish: Add fresh basil leaves on top for a burst of color and flavor.
These straightforward steps will lead you to an incredible Chimichurri Tomato Pizza that will make your tastebuds sing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8 slices
- Calories: 280 kcal per slice
- Fat: 10g
- Protein: 11g