Quick Margherita Naan Pizza (Printable)

A flavorful twist featuring naan flatbread, fresh mozzarella, tomatoes, and fragrant basil leaves.

# Components:

→ Base

01 - 2 large plain or garlic naan breads

→ Sauce

02 - ½ cup tomato passata or pizza sauce
03 - ½ teaspoon dried oregano
04 - ¼ teaspoon sea salt
05 - ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

→ Toppings

06 - 4.5 oz fresh mozzarella, sliced
07 - 1 medium ripe tomato, thinly sliced
08 - 8 to 10 fresh basil leaves
09 - 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil

# Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 425°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Arrange naan breads on the prepared baking sheet.
03 - Combine tomato passata with dried oregano, sea salt, and black pepper in a small bowl.
04 - Spread sauce evenly over each naan, leaving a small border around the edges.
05 - Top each naan with sliced mozzarella and tomato, distributing evenly.
06 - Bake for 8 to 10 minutes until cheese bubbles and naan edges turn golden.
07 - Remove from oven, drizzle with olive oil, scatter fresh basil leaves on top, slice, and serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It takes less time than ordering delivery and tastes like you actually tried.
  • You probably already have most of this sitting in your kitchen right now.
  • The naan gets crispy on the edges but stays soft in the middle, which is exactly what you want.
  • You can eat it with your hands without feeling like youre doing something wrong.
02 -
  • Do not use pre shredded mozzarella because it has anti caking powder on it and will not melt right.
  • If your tomato is watery, pat the slices dry with a paper towel before putting them on the naan.
  • The naan will puff up a little in the oven, which is normal and actually kind of fun to watch.
03 -
  • If you want the naan extra crispy, toast it in the oven for 2 minutes before adding the sauce.
  • Use a pizza cutter to slice it instead of a knife, it is faster and you will not drag all the toppings off.
  • Double the recipe and freeze the baked pizzas, then reheat them straight from frozen when you need dinner in a hurry.
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