Description
This 15-Minute Margherita Flatbread Pizza is a quick and delicious recipe using naan bread, fresh mozzarella, tomatoes, garlic, and basil. It’s a flavorful, Mediterranean-inspired pizza that’s perfect for busy nights or a simple, satisfying meal.
Ingredients
1 naan bread
3 pieces fresh mozzarella cheese (sliced into ⅓–½ inch thickness)
1 tomato (sliced as thin as possible)
5–6 leaves fresh basil
3 cloves garlic (pressed) or 1 tsp dry garlic powder
1.5 tbsp olive oil
1.5 tbsp balsamic vinegar
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Garlic Oil: Press the garlic cloves and mix them with olive oil. Set aside.
- Crisp the Naan Bread: Brush half of the garlic oil over the naan bread. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 5 minutes to crisp up.
- Assemble the Pizza: After removing the naan, layer with fresh mozzarella, tomatoes, salt, pepper, and another sprinkle of garlic oil.
- Finish Baking: Bake for 5 minutes, then broil for 2-3 minutes to get the cheese golden and bubbly.
- Prepare the Balsamic Drizzle: Mix the remaining garlic oil and balsamic vinegar in a small bowl to create the drizzle.
- Garnish & Serve: Drizzle the balsamic mixture over the pizza, sprinkle with fresh basil leaves, and serve immediately.
Notes
For extra flavor, add toppings like arugula, olives, or prosciutto.
This pizza is perfect for customization—feel free to experiment with different cheeses or vegetables.
Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 2 days. Reheat in the oven or microwave.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pizza
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
