Crispy Grilled Pizza Margherita

Crispy Grilled Pizza Margherita is a delicious and flavorful twist on the classic Italian dish. This crispy and savory pizza is made with fresh and simple ingredients, including ripe tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, and fragrant basil, all layered on top of a crispy grilled crust. The result is a mouthwatering combination of flavors and textures that is sure to satisfy any pizza lover's cravings.

Crispy Grilled Pizza Margherita
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Prep Time:

20 mins

Cook Time:

10 mins

Additional Time:

1 hr 5 mins

Total Time:

1 hr 35 mins

Servings:

6

Yield:

6 servings

Ingredients

Crispy Grilled Pizza Margherita
1 (16 ounce) package pizza dough, at room temperature
¼ cup olive oil
4 ounces shredded Asiago cheese
3 large tomatoes, thinly sliced
1 cup packed whole basil leaves
8 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese, shredded
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Directions

Step 1

Preheat an outdoor grill for high heat, and lightly oil the grate.

Step 2

Place pizza dough in a bowl to rise 2 to 3 times the original size, about 1 hour. Flour a work surface and a rolling pin. Divide dough in half; roll each half to a 10- to 12-inch diameter circle.

Step 3

Place pizza dough rounds on the preheated grill using a wooden paddle (pizza peel) and close lid; cook until grill marks appear on the bottom of each round, 3 to 5 minutes. Remove from grill and flip over on a work surface. Lower grill heat to medium.

Step 4

Brush each round with olive oil. Spread half the Asiago cheese on each crust; add tomatoes, basil, and mozzarella. Season with salt and pepper.

Step 5

Transfer pizzas to grill with wooden paddle and close lid. Cook until bottom of rounds is cooked with grill marks and cheese is melted, 7 to 10 minutes. Remove from grill and let stand for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

458

Calories

23g

Fat

40g

Carbs

22g

Protein

Complement

The secret to the deliciousness of Crispy Grilled Pizza Margherita lies in the grilling process, which adds a smoky and charred flavor to the crust while also creating a perfectly crispy texture. The combination of the fresh and high-quality ingredients with the unique grilling method results in a pizza that is bursting with flavor and has a satisfying crunch with every bite. Whether enjoyed as a quick and easy weeknight meal or as a show-stopping dish at a gathering, Crispy Grilled Pizza Margherita is a crowd-pleaser that will have everyone coming back for seconds.