Lemon Pizza 

This bright, zesty lemon pizza is a surprising twist on classic white pizza. A thin, crisp crust rubs with garlicky olive oil before being dotted with creamy mozzarella and parmesan. Fresh lemon zest, juice, parsley, and garlic in the brine bring vibrant flavor, while baking intensifies the cheese and lemon, creating a refreshing summer meal. It’s simple to prepare and a lovely option for vegetarians or anyone craving something light yet flavorful 

Ingredients

Pizza dough

• 1 ball of easy no‑knead pizza dough (or store‑bought)
  
  

Lemon Brine

• 2 Tbsp extra‑virgin olive oil
  
  

• 1 Tbsp water
  
  

• 1 Tbsp chopped fresh parsley
  
  

• 1 small garlic clove, grated
  
  

• 1 tsp lemon zest
  
  

• 1 tsp lemon juice
  
  

• ¼ tsp fine salt
  
  

• ¼ tsp black pepper
  
  

Toppings & Finish

• 5 oz fresh mozzarella, sliced or shredded
  
  

• Slices of lemon (optional)
  
  

• 1 Tbsp lemon juice (for finishing)
  
  

• 2 Tbsp grated parmesan cheese
  
  

• 1 Tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
  
  

• Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  
  

Directions

1. Prepare dough: Let your pizza dough proof until doubled, then gently stretch it (about 9×13 inches) on parchment
   
   

2. Make lemon brine: Combine olive oil, water, parsley, garlic, lemon zest, juice, salt, and pepper in a jar; shake to emulsify.
   
   

3. Top dough: Press dimples into the dough and drizzle with the brine. Evenly scatter mozzarella and optional lemon slices
   
   

4. Bake: Preheat oven with a pizza stone or steel. Transfer pizza and bake on the bottom rack until the crust and cheese are golden and bubbly, about 8–15 minutes depending on your oven
   
   

5. Finish & serve: Drizzle with fresh lemon juice, sprinkle with parmesan, parsley, and black pepper. Slice and enjoy warm 

Nutrients (per slice — yields about 6 slices)

(Estimated values)

• Calories: ~220 kcal
  
  

• Carbohydrates: ~18 g
  
  

• Protein: ~9 g
  
  

• Fat: ~12 g (Sat ~5 g)
  
  

• Sodium: ~350 mg
  
  

• Fiber: ~1 g
  
  

• Sugar: ~1 g