Description
A vibrant pizza topped with fresh tomatoes and homemade chimichurri sauce for a zesty, herb-packed twist on a classic favorite. ???
Ingredients
For the Chimichurri Sauce:
- ? 1 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- ? 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- ? 3 cloves garlic, minced
- ? 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
- ? 1/2 cup olive oil
- ? 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
- ? Salt and pepper to taste
For the Pizza:
- ? 1 pound pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
- ? 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved (or 1 cup diced tomatoes)
- ? 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ? 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese (optional)
- ? Fresh basil leaves for garnish (optional)
Instructions
1️⃣ Make the Chimichurri Sauce:
In a mixing bowl, combine the chopped parsley, cilantro, minced garlic, red wine vinegar, olive oil, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Stir until well mixed. Set aside to let the flavors meld.
2️⃣ Preheat Oven:
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C). If using a pizza stone, place it in the oven to heat up.
3️⃣ Prepare Pizza Dough:
On a floured surface, roll out the pizza dough to your desired thickness and shape. Transfer to a baking sheet or a pizza peel if using a pizza stone.
4️⃣ Assemble the Pizza:
Spread a thin layer of chimichurri sauce over the dough, leaving a small border for the crust. Evenly distribute the halved cherry tomatoes over the sauce, followed by the shredded mozzarella cheese. If using, sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese on top.
5️⃣ Bake the Pizza:
Bake in the preheated oven for about 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and the crust is golden brown.
6️⃣ Garnish and Serve:
Remove the pizza from the oven and drizzle with additional chimichurri sauce if desired. Garnish with fresh basil leaves. Slice and serve your delicious Chimichurri Tomato Pizza! ?️✨
Notes
◻️ A fresh and zesty pizza that’s perfect for summer gatherings! ?
◻️ Feel free to customize with your favorite toppings or add grilled vegetables for extra flavor!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course, Pizza
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: Argentinian-inspired, Italian