- Do I need to peel the peppers?
- It's not mandatory, but the skin can sometimes remain indigestible or tough. If you are sensitive to it, roast the peppers on a grill first and peel off the skin.
Three-Pepper Pizza with Fresh Mozzarella
"Peperoni" means peppers in Italian (not to be confused with the American salami!). This pizza is born in the spirit of the "tricolore": red, yellow, and green peppers are not only visually striking but complementary in flavor. The green is tart, the red sweet, and the yellow juicy. It radiates a true summer vibe.
Ingredients
10
oz
Pizza Dough
2/3
cup
Pizza Sauce
7
oz
Fresh Mozzarella Cheese
1
whole
Red Bell Pepper
1
whole
Yellow Bell Pepper
1
whole
Green Bell Pepper
10
leaves
Fresh Basil
2
tbsp
Olive Oil
1
pinch
Salt
1
pinch
Pepper
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Equipment Needed
- Sharp knife
- Cutting board
- Baking sheet
Allergen Information
Wheat
Milk
Instructions
1
✓
Core the peppers and slice them into very thin rings or strips.
Tip: The thinner the slice, the better it cooks through, allowing the edges to brown slightly (caramelize).
2
✓
Roll out the dough, spread with sauce, then season with salt and pepper.
Tip: The tomato base pairs well with peppers, highlighting their sweetness.
3
✓
Arrange the colorful peppers on top.
Tip: Don't pile them up, or they will steam instead of bake.
4
✓
Top with mozzarella slices.
Tip: If you put cheese over the peppers, it protects them from burning, but they will steam underneath. If you put peppers on top of the cheese, they roast better.
5
✓
Drizzle with olive oil and bake at 425°F (220°C) for 12-15 minutes.
Tip: The oil helps release the carotenoids (color pigments) and spreads the flavors.
6
✓
Garnish with fresh basil before serving.
Tip: The fresh scent of the herb balances the sweetness of the roasted peppers.
Recipe FAQ
Ingredients
- 10 oz Pizza Dough
- 2/3 cup Pizza Sauce
- 7 oz Fresh Mozzarella Cheese
- 1 whole Red Bell Pepper
- 1 whole Yellow Bell Pepper
- 1 whole Green Bell Pepper
- 10 leaves Fresh Basil
- 2 tbsp Olive Oil
- 1 pinch Salt
- 1 pinch Pepper