Description
Sardine Margherita is a delightful twist on the classic Margherita pizza, featuring the briny goodness of sardines paired with fresh mozzarella, basil, and a flavorful tomato sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
Pizza Dough:
- 1 pre-made or homemade pizza dough (about 12 inches)
Tomato Sauce:
- 3/4 cup crushed San Marzano tomatoes
- 1 clove garlic (minced)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Toppings:
- 6–8 fresh basil leaves (plus more for garnish)
- 6 ounces fresh mozzarella (sliced or torn)
- 1 can (3.75 oz) sardines in olive oil (drained)
- Extra olive oil for drizzling
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 475°F (245°C) and place a pizza stone or baking sheet inside to heat.
- Prepare the sauce: In a small bowl, mix the crushed tomatoes with minced garlic, olive oil, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Roll out the dough: Roll out the pizza dough on a lightly floured surface to about 12 inches in diameter. Transfer the dough to a piece of parchment paper.
- Assemble the pizza: Spread the tomato mixture over the dough, add torn mozzarella, basil leaves, and sardines. Drizzle with olive oil.
- Bake: Transfer the pizza to the hot stone or baking sheet and bake for 10–12 minutes until golden and bubbly.
- Serve: Top with fresh basil, slice, and serve hot.
Notes
- Choose high-quality sardines packed in olive oil for the best flavor.
- If you’re not a fan of whole sardines, lightly mash them and spread over the sauce for a more subtle taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 pizza
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 590mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 17g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
