Ingredients

The following ingredients have 4 Servings
  • 1 pound pizza dough
  • 2 large vine-ripened or heirloom tomatoes
  • 1 pound fresh mozzarella cheese (sliced)
  • 1-1/4 tablespoon olive oil (divided)
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic
  • 1 cup baby arugula
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instruction

  • Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F.
  • Brush a 16-inch pizza pan or cookie sheet with a bit of olive oil or non-stick spray. Roll the pizza dough out in a thin 1/4-inch circle to cover the pan.
  • Brush the pizza dough with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, leaving a 1-inch border along the edges to form the crust. Season the dough evenly with garlic and oregano. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Prepare the tomatoes by slicing the top off the tomato and then use a spoon or melon baller to scoop out the seeds gently or give the tomato a gentle squeeze over the sink/trash bin. Slice the tomatoes into 1/4 inch slices.
  • Arrange the tomatoes evenly over the pizza dough in a single, even layer. Add arugula, spinach, or basil if using. Season the tomatoes and greens with salt and pepper. Finally, slice the mozzarella into 1/4-inch thick slices and use it to evenly top the pizza.
  • Bake for 10-15 minutes, or until the crust is nicely browned and the cheese is fully melted.
  • Allow the pizza to cool for 5-10 minutes, and then slice and serve.