Best 9 Pizza With Fresh Tomatoes And Basil Recipes

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With its vibrant colors, tantalizing aromas, and explosion of flavors, pizza is a culinary masterpiece that has captured the hearts of food lovers worldwide. Whether it's a casual gathering with friends or a special family dinner, there's nothing quite like the satisfaction of biting into a perfectly crafted pizza. In this comprehensive guide, we'll embark on a culinary journey to discover the secrets of creating the ultimate pizza experience, using the freshest tomatoes and fragrant basil to elevate your pizza to new heights of deliciousness. Get ready to knead, toss, and bake your way to pizza perfection!

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FRESH TOMATO BASIL PIZZA



Fresh Tomato Basil Pizza image

I crave this bruschetta-like pizza in spring, when I'm planting tomatoes in our garden. Slices make great appetizers when the tomatoes are ripe. But you can also serve the pizza alongside a grilled entree or as a meatless main course.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers     Dinner

Time 45m

Yield 6 slices, 3 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 tube (8 ounces) refrigerated crescent rolls
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 cup chopped fresh basil
1 tablespoon olive oil
8 ounces sliced provolone cheese
4 medium tomatoes, thinly sliced
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Unroll crescent dough into one long rectangle. Press into an ungreased 13-in. x 9-in. baking pan; seal seams and perforations. Bake at 375° for 14-16 minutes or until golden brown. Meanwhile, in a small skillet, saute garlic and basil in oil for 1 minute. , Arrange half of the provolone cheese over the crust. Layer with half of the tomatoes, basil mixture, Parmesan cheese and pepper. Repeat layers. Bake for 14-16 minutes or until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 680 calories, Fat 44g fat (19g saturated fat), Cholesterol 57mg cholesterol, Sodium 1399mg sodium, Carbohydrate 42g carbohydrate (13g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 30g protein.

PIZZA WITH TOMATO, MOZZARELLA AND BASIL



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Provided by Food Network

Yield 2 pizzas

Number Of Ingredients 16

3 tablespoons olive oil
1 clove garlic, finely chopped
2 cups canned plum tomatoes, crushed by hand, seeds removed
1/2 teaspoon salt and pepper
1 teaspoon dry oregano
2 12-inch pizza crusts (recipe follows)
4 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 pound fresh mozzarella, thinly sliced
8 basil leaves
Ceramic pizza stone
Pizza peel
3 1/4 cups unbleached flour
2 teaspoons salt
1 cup warm water
1 envelope active dry yeast
3 tablespoons olive oil

Steps:

  • Set the pizza stone into a cold oven and preheat the oven to 450 degrees. In a small sauce pan set over a low flame, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute before adding the tomatoes. Season the tomatoes with the salt, pepper and oregano and cook over medium heat for 10 minutes. Working on a lightly floured surface, pat one of the pizza dough balls into a flat round shape, working from the center outward. While forming the shape of a pizza crust, work with the tips of the fingers and form a 1/2-inch thick edge. Continue to work outward trying to achieve as even a thickness as possible. When the pizza dough is formed into shape transfer the dough to the peel and drizzle 1 tablespoon of olive oil over the surface. Sprinkle half the Parmesan cheese evenly over the oiled pizza dough and spoon 3 tablespoons of sauce over the surface. Evenly spread half of the mozzarella over the tomato and finish building your pizza with a few basil leaves roughly torn by hand. Place the pizza onto the pizza stone in the oven by sliding the pizza off of the peel and onto the hot stone. Repeat the process for the second pizza. Bake for 15 to 20 minutes or until the surface is bubbling and the bottom of the crust is well browned.;
  • In a bowl, combine the flour and salt, and mix thoroughly. In a separate stainless steel bowl, combine the water and yeast, and using a whisk, add 2 tablespoons of oil. Let rest for 5 minutes. Pour the water into the center of the flour, and with a spatula, stir to combine well into a sticky mass. Pour this mass out onto a lightly floured surface and begin to knead the dough by working the dough with the heel of the palm of your hand. Push outward and pull the inside edge over the top. Repeating the process over again to create a smooth ball of dough free of stickiness. Place the ball of dough into a clean stainless steel bowl that has been brushed with the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Cover with a clean cloth and let rise at room temperature for 1 1/2 hours or until it has doubled in size. When the dough has risen it can be divided in half and the two pieces formed into two balls which will later be patted into the traditional pizza shape. Yield: 2 12-inch pizza crusts;

TOMATO AND BASIL PIZZA



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Make this easy grilled pizza with a foolproof dough, simple tomato sauce, fresh mozzarella cheese, and basil. No grill? Simply cook the dough in a cast-iron skillet over high heat, or on a preheated sheet pan or pizza stone in a 500-degree oven.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Lunch Recipes

Yield Makes one 10-inch pizza

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/4 cup Simple Tomato Sauce
1 1/2 ounces torn fresh mozzarella
Fresh basil leaves
Basic Grilled Pizza Dough
Herb Oil for Pizza
Coarse salt and ground pepper

Steps:

  • Heat it up:Set up a grill with heat source, coals or gas, on one side over medium-high. Clean and lightly oil hot grill.
  • Stretch it:On a lightly floured work surface, stretch or roll 1 piece Basic Grilled Pizza Dough or 4 ounces store-bought dough into a 10-inch-long oval or other desired shape. Brush one side lightly with Herb Oil or olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
  • Grill it:Using your hands, place dough, oiled side down, directly over heat source. Brush dough with herb oil or olive oil and cook until underside is lightly charred and bubbles form all over top, 1 to 2 minutes. With tongs, flip dough and cook until lightly charred, 1 to 2 minutes. Slide dough to cooler side of grill.
  • Top it:Top with tomato sauce, mozzarella, and basil; cover grill. Cook until cheese melts and toppings are heated through, 2 to 5 minutes.

ROASTED TOMATO AND BASIL PIZZA



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This Mediterranean-style pizza is a wonderful change to everyday pizza. It's a great summertime dish to make when basil and tomatoes are in season. Althought you can use prepared pesto, I normally make my own which has quite a hint of lemon in it. Do not substitute dried basil - it just won't work. This would also make a great appetizer if sliced in very thin wedges.

Provided by Just Call Me Martha

Categories     Vegetable

Time 1h10m

Yield 8 Slices, 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 large plum tomatoes
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
salt and pepper
1/3 lb bocconcini, sliced
1/4 cup prepared pesto sauce
1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
2 tablespoons freshly grated parmesan cheese
1 prepared thin pizza crust, 12 inches (like Boboli)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
  • Slice plum tomatoes into 1/4" thick slices.
  • Arrange on lightly greased cookie sheet.
  • Drizzle with olive oil and balsamic vinegar.
  • Season with salt and pepper.
  • Bake for 45 minutes.
  • When tomatoes are ready, spread pesto on pizza crust.
  • Top with sliced bocconcini and roasted tomatoes.
  • Bake for 7- 9 more minutes.
  • Then, remove pizza from oven and sprinkle with chopped basil and then parmesan.
  • Return to oven for 2-3 more minutes.
  • (Place pizza directly on middle rack of oven for a crispy pizza; place on pizza pan for a more chewy pizza.) Serve.

FRESH TOMATO, BASIL, AND CHEESE PIZZA



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Make and share this Fresh Tomato, Basil, and Cheese Pizza recipe from Food.com.

Provided by jenpalombi

Categories     < 15 Mins

Time 15m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

14 ounces Boboli pizza crusts
2 teaspoons olive oil
1/2 cup parmesan cheese, grated, divided
3 tomatoes, cut into 1/4-inch slices (about 1 1/2 pounds)
6 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1/4 cup fresh basil leaf

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450 degrees.
  • Place pizza crush on a baking sheet.
  • Brush crust with olive oil.
  • Sprinkle with 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, leaving a 1/2-inch border around edge of crust.
  • Arrange tomato slices over cheese, overlapping edges; top with garlic slices, 1/4 cup cheese, salt and pepper.
  • Bake at 450 degrees for 8 to 10 minutes or until crust is golden.
  • Remove pizza to a cutting board, and top with fresh basil leaves.
  • Let stand 5 minutes.
  • Cut into 12 squares.

PIZZA WITH SAUSAGE, TOMATOES AND BASIL



Pizza with Sausage, Tomatoes and Basil image

Provided by Jennifer Iserloh

Categories     Dairy     Tomato     turkey     Vegetable     Super Bowl     Mozzarella     Basil     Poultry Sausage     Grill/Barbecue     Healthy     Self

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

Dough
1 1/4 cups all-purpose enriched flour
1 1/2 teaspoons active dry yeast
1 teaspoon salt
Vegetable oil cooking spray
Topping
1 pound red and yellow cherry tomatoes, halved
1/2 pound turkey sausage, cooked and thinly sliced
1 cup grated part-skim mozzarella
1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes

Steps:

  • Mix flour, yeast and salt in a bowl. Gradually add 1/2 cup warm (110°F) water until a soft dough forms. Divide dough into 4 portions. Using hands, roll dough into balls. Coat with cooking spray, cover with plastic wrap and set aside to rise, 30 to 45 minutes. When ready to cook, place each ball of dough on a piece of wax paper and flatten into a 4-inch circle. Coat grill with cooking spray and heat on high. Gently place dough onto grill and cook until dough puffs and underside stiffens (about 30 seconds); flip and reduce heat to low. Mix topping ingredients, then divide among crusts. Cover grill. Cook until cheese melts, 5 to 6 minutes more. Slice and serve.

FRESH TOMATO-BASIL PIZZA



Fresh Tomato-Basil Pizza image

Taste a slice of summer with our Fresh Tomato-Basil Pizza. Our meatless Fresh Tomato-Basil Pizza is topped with sliced tomatoes, Parmesan and fresh basil.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 20m

Yield Makes 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 Italian pizza crust (12 inch)
1 Tbsp. oil
1/2 cup POLLY-O Shredded Parmesan Cheese, divided
3 plum tomatoes, sliced
1/4 tsp. ground black pepper
2 Tbsp. shredded fresh basil

Steps:

  • Brush pizza crust with oil. Sprinkle with 1/4 cup of the cheese.
  • Top with tomatoes and remaining 1/4 cup cheese; sprinkle with pepper.
  • Place directly on oven rack.
  • Bake at 450°F for 8 to 10 minutes or until crust is crisp and cheese is melted. Sprinkle with basil just before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 420, Fat 14 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 20 mg, Sodium 830 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 19 g

GRILLED PIZZA WITH CHEESY CORN, FRESH TOMATOES, AND BASIL



Grilled Pizza with Cheesy Corn, Fresh Tomatoes, and Basil image

A sweet and savory puree of corn, Parmesan cheese, garlic, and olive oil stands in for tomato sauce on this pizza.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Healthy Recipes     Vegetarian Recipes

Time 5h20m

Number Of Ingredients 9

15 ounces store-bought pizza dough
1 1/3 cups corn kernels (from 2 ears)
1/2 ounce Parmesan cheese, grated (1/4 cup)
3/4 teaspoon minced garlic (from 1 medium garlic clove)
4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
Coarse salt
2 small tomatoes (5 to 6 ounces total), thinly sliced (7 to 9 slices)
4 to 6 ounces mozzarella, thinly sliced
1/2 cup fresh basil leaves

Steps:

  • Let dough sit at room temperature (in package) 4 hours.
  • Puree corn, Parmesan, garlic, 2 tablespoons oil, and 1/2 teaspoon salt in a food processor until smooth with small chunks.
  • Spread remaining oil on a baking sheet or pizza pan. Place dough on pan, and stretch to an even thickness, turning to coat both sides with oil. Let rest 1 hour, then restretch.
  • Preheat grill to medium. Season dough with salt, and transfer to grill, making sure to keep dough flat and even. Cover grill, and cook until dough is just charred on bottom, 5 to 6 minutes, checking frequently.
  • Flip dough. Spread corn mixture on dough, and top with tomato slices. Season with salt, and top with mozzarella. Cover grill, and cook until toppings are warmed through and mozzarella has melted, 5 to 6 minutes. Top with basil, and serve.

EASY TOMATO-BASIL PIZZA



Easy Tomato-Basil Pizza image

Impress the folks with a simple yet delicious white pizza. Get out the fresh tomatoes and basil, and this video will show exactly how easy it is.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 22m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

2/3 cup (2/3 of 8-oz. tub) PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese Spread
1 Tbsp. milk
1/2 tsp. dried Italian seasoning
1 ready-to-use baked pizza crust (12 inch)
1 tomato, thinly sliced
8 fresh basil leaves, torn
1/2 cup KRAFT Shredded Mozzarella Cheese

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 425ºF.
  • Mix cream cheese spread, milk and Italian seasoning until blended; spread onto pizza crust. Top with remaining ingredients.
  • Place crust directly on middle oven rack.
  • Bake 10 to 12 min. or until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 240, Fat 12 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 25 mg, Sodium 460 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 8 g

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use ripe, in-season tomatoes.
  • Slice the tomatoes thinly so they cook evenly.
  • Use a good quality mozzarella cheese that will melt well.
  • If you don't have fresh basil, you can use dried basil, but use less of it as it is more concentrated.
  • Use a pizza stone or baking sheet to get a crispy crust.
  • Bake the pizza at a high temperature so the crust cooks quickly and the toppings don't overcook.
  • Let the pizza cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.

Conclusion:

This pizza is a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for any occasion. The fresh tomatoes and basil give it a summery flavor that is sure to please everyone. With its crispy crust and gooey cheese, this pizza is sure to be a hit with your family and friends. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give this pizza a try. You won't be disappointed!

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