Home Grown Tomato Pizza

There’s nothing quite like the taste of a pizza made with fresh, homegrown tomatoes and Home Grown Tomato Pizza. The natural sweetness and juiciness of the tomatoes make this pizza a true celebration of summer. Whether you’re using tomatoes straight from your garden or a local farmer’s market, this pizza brings all the fresh flavors together in a satisfying, easy-to-make meal.

Start with a simple pizza dough, either store-bought or homemade, and spread it out onto a baking sheet or pizza stone. Drizzle a little olive oil over the dough, then layer on a generous amount of fresh mozzarella cheese. The cheese will melt beautifully as it bakes, becoming gooey and golden.

For the tomatoes, slice them thinly, season with salt, pepper, and a little drizzle of olive oil, and arrange them evenly on top of the cheese. The fresh tomatoes will roast slightly in the oven, releasing their juices and intensifying in flavor. You can also add a sprinkle of dried oregano or fresh basil leaves for that classic Italian touch.

Bake the Home Grown Tomato Pizza in a hot oven, usually around 475°F (245°C), until the crust is golden and crispy and the cheese is bubbling. The result is a simple yet incredibly flavorful pizza that showcases the freshness of the tomatoes, complemented by the creamy mozzarella and crispy crust.

This pizza is perfect for a casual dinner, a weekend lunch, or as an appetizer for a gathering. You can add extra toppings like garlic, olives, or even a drizzle of balsamic glaze for a little extra flavor. Whether you’re enjoying it with a glass of wine or simply as a light meal, homegrown tomato pizza is a dish that celebrates the beauty of fresh ingredients.

This recipe is made by Daisy Smith.

Home Grown Tomato Pizza

3.65 from 229 votes

Start with a soft and airy dough made from wheat flour, yeast, olive oil, and seasonings. Once the dough has risen, layer it with traditional pizza sauce, melted cheese, your choice of meat, five slices of home-grown tomatoes, peppers, and fresh spinach. It’s finished with a sprinkle of Parmesan and baked in a preheated oven. Perfect for all lovers of homemade cuisine!

Servings 4 people

Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 20 minutes mins

Rising Time 1 hour hr

Total Time 1 hour hr 35 minutes mins

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Ingredients

  

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• 2 cup wheat flour
• 2 packages yeast best choice
• 1/2 cup water at room temperature
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp sea salt
• 1 tbsp Splenda sugar (optional, for a touch of sweetness)

• Traditional pizza sauce enough to spread a thin layer over the dough
• 2 cup Pizza cheese (mozzarella or your choice)
• 1 cup Meat of your choice (e.g., pepperoni, sausage, or chicken)
• 5 Home-grown tomatoes sliced
• 1 cup Green peppers sliced
• 1 cup Red peppers
• 1 cup Fresh spinach roughly chopped
• 1 tbsp Olive oil for drizzling
• 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese for sprinkling / grated

Instructions

 

• In a medium bowl, combine 2 cups of wheat flour, 2 packs of yeast, 1/2 cup of water (at room temperature), 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp sea salt, and 1 tbsp Splenda sugar (if using).
• Mix all the ingredients until well combined.
• Cover the bowl with a lid or plastic wrap and a towel. Set aside for 30 minutes to 1 hour, or until the dough has risen and doubled in size.
• Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
• Once the dough has risen, transfer it to a sheet pan.
• Spread a layer of traditional pizza sauce over the dough.
• Add a generous layer of pizza cheese.
• Top with your choice of meat.
• Arrange the sliced home-grown tomatoes, green peppers, red peppers, and fresh spinach on top.
• Drizzle with a bit of olive oil.
• Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
• Place the pizza in the preheated oven.
• Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
• Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before slicing.
• Enjoy your homemade pizza with fresh, home-grown ingredients!

Nutrition

Calories: 557kcalCarbohydrates: 57gProtein: 23gFat: 27gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 793mgPotassium: 217mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 1353IUVitamin C: 78mgCalcium: 203mgIron: 3mg

Author: Daisy Smith

Calories: 557kcal

Meal Type: Dinner, Lunch

Cuisine: Italian

Keyword: homemade, pizza, tomato

Cooking Method: Baked

Diet: Nut-free

Time: >45 Min

Level: Intermediate

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