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    10-Minute Flatbread Pizza (Margherita)

    Modified: Mar 9, 2024 · Published: Sep 2, 2023 by Kristi Ruth RD · This post may contain affiliate links · Leave a Comment

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    Incredibly delicious and Super Easy Flatbread Pizza, Margherita Style made with mozzarella, fresh basil, and a drizzle of balsamic glaze that's ready in minutes! Perfect for busy weeknights!

    Margherita flatbread on a white plate with a pizza roller to the right.

    I don't know about you, but I just love Italian food! I especially love all of the garlic and fresh basil, which might seem obvious if you've made my Caprese Bruschetta or Pesto recipes 😉

    And with how much kids love pizza, I just can't believe I haven't posted a 'pizza-like' recipe until now! First, it was my BBQ Chicken Flatbread (which you've just got to try), and now this. Just wait until you see how easy they are to make!

    I've been using thin flatbreads for pizza recipes lately because they cook so much faster and so I can change up the toppings from one kid to the next. Plus, they are easy to eat and go well with pretty much anything!

    This easy Margherita flatbread pizza recipe calls for a few cherry tomatoes, not tons. So, if you find yourself with more cherry tomatoes than you know what to do with, try making a yummy homemade pasta sauce!

    Jump to:
    • What is Margherita Flatbread?
    • Why You'll Love This Recipe
    • Dietitian Mom Tip
    • Ingredient Notes
    • How to Make Easy Flatbread Margherita Pizza
    • Helpful Tips
    • What to Serve with Margherita Flatbread
    • Questions You May Have
    • Related Recipes
    • More Easy Dinner Recipes
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    What is Margherita Flatbread?

    Margherita flatbread is essentially a Margherita pizza made with a very thin crust. Traditionally margherita pizza is made with fresh mozzarella, fresh tomatoes, fresh basil, olive oil, and garlic.

    And because a classic Margherita pizza takes much longer to make, I developed this recipe using flatbread and garlic salt instead of fresh garlic so that you still get all of the incredible flavors of a Margherita pizza but can make it in less time.

    Why You'll Love This Recipe

    This is an easy pizza recipe using store-bought flatbread crust, saving much time compared to making your own flatbread dough.

    • Quick and Easy Recipe Recipe It takes just about 12 minutes from start to finish! All you have to do is slice cherry tomatoes and shred fresh mozzarella. Then, while it cooks for just 7 minutes, you can cut fresh basil into slices with kitchen scissors. I can't wait for you to make this!
    • Simple Ingredients This is a simple recipe made with simple ingredients! All of the ingredients can be found in the grocery store year-round. Flatbreads are usually located in the bread section, and I've always found balsamic glaze to be in the same section as vinegar when grocery shopping.
    • Kid-Tested, Parent-Approved I have yet to meet a kid who doesn't like pizza for dinner! And because flatbread pizza has such a thin crust, it also makes a perfect appetizer.

    Dietitian Mom Tip

    I like to use flatbread pizza night as a way to cater to my kids once in a while. My kids know that I'm not a short-order cook, but I do like to provide them with options when I can.

    Because flatbreads are pretty small, they are easy to customize so that not everyone has to agree on toppings. Set a few topping options out (which is good for food exposure) and ask what they'd like on their pizza. And if you have the patience (lol), ask if they'd like to put the toppings on themselves.

    Ingredient Notes

    Three slices of flatbread, fresh basil leaves, oil, cherry tomatoes, mozzarella cheese, and balsamic reduction labeled and on a white background.
    • Lavash Flatbread Other flatbreads or naan (or even pita bread) can be used instead, but the cooking time and amount of other ingredients will likely need to be increased.
    • Olive Oil I use extra virgin olive oil
    • Shredded Mozzarella Cheese Margherita pizza isn't margherita pizza without gooey mozzarella cheese! You can use pieces of fresh mozzarella or mozzarella pearls, but most people don't have that on hand. I shredded a block of mozzarella, and it was delicious!
    • Cherry Tomatoes Adds color, texture, and incredible flavor! Tomatoes are especially high in vitamin C, folate, and potassium. They are also a good source of lycopene, which is an antioxidant.
    • Garlic Salt Just a pinch goes a long way.
    • Basil Use fresh basil if you can. If you don't have fresh basil but you have basil pesto, try adding a light drizzle or serve it as a dip on the side. Yum!
    • Balsamic Glaze A drizzle of balsamic glaze (sometimes referred to as balsamic reduction) makes this flatbread explode with flavor. Balsamic reduction can be used instead.

    How to Make Easy Flatbread Margherita Pizza

    Four images showing steps on how to make a margherita flatbread pizza.
    1. Preheat the oven to 450 degrees.
    2. While the oven is preheating, slice cherry tomatoes and shred or slice the mozzarella.
    3. Lay the flatbread on a baking sheet.
    4. Use a basting brush to cover the flatbread with a thin layer of olive oil.
    5. Sprinkle the garlic salt over the olive oil.
    6. Spread the cheese out in a thin layer, covering the entire flatbread. Leave about ¼ inch on each edge without cheese.
    7. Spread cherry tomato slices evenly over the top of the flatbread.
    8. Bake in the oven for 7 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the edges are golden brown.
    9. Remove from oven and top with fresh basil.
    10. Drizzle balsamic glaze on top. Slice and serve!

    Helpful Tips

    • This recipe makes one flatbread.
    • Do not overdo it on the toppings. The crust is super thin, so it's best to keep a light layer of toppings.
    • Keep a close eye on the flatbread as it cooks. Thicker flatbreads may require an additional 2-3 minutes, but because the crust is so thin and it cooks at a high heat, it can burn quickly.
    • The ingredient amounts listed are for one flatbread sized 8 ½ by 4 ½ inches. You will need to adjust the amounts of ingredients when using flatbreads with a smaller or larger surface area.
    • The basil leaves can be place on whole or, for thin strips of fresh basil, slice the basil leaves using kitchen scissors.
    • To make this more like the Margherita Flatbread Pizza from Panera, use tomato sauce instead of olive oil (theirs calls for a tomato bell pepper sauce) and use a blend of fontina and mozzarella cheeses. They do not drizzle balsamic glaze on top, but you will thank me for recommending it!😋
    • Use either a pizza slicer or kitchen shears to cut the flatbread into slices.
    One piece of margherita flatbread held up close over the rest of the flatbread.

    What to Serve with Margherita Flatbread

    The great thing about flatbreads is that they can be served as an appetize or main entree and they go with pretty much anything! Here are a few ideas I've come up with 🙂

    • Salad Either a simple lettuce salad or Caesar salad
    • Soup If your kids are really hungry, you can serve a hearty soup like carrot lentil or butternut squash soup. Otherwise, a light tomato or more brothy soup would go nicely.
    • Roasted Veggies Either Roasted Brussel sprouts or broccoli would taste great with flatbread.

    Questions You May Have

    Is naan bread the same as flatbread?

    No. The ingredients of naan bread and flatbread are different. Still, either one can be used to make flatbread pizzas.

    Is flatbread different than pizza?

    Yes. What makes them different is the crust. Pizza crust is made with yeast (which makes the crust thicker), while flatbread is not.

    Where can I find balsamic glaze?

    Balsamic glaze can be found in the vinegar section of most grocery stores, at Trader Joe's, and on Amazon.

    Can you make Margherita Flatbread in the air fryer?

    Yes, absolutely! I'd reduce the temperature to 425 degrees Fahrenheit and air fry for 5 minutes, adding a minute or two if it's not quite done yet. Keep a close eye on it so it doesn't burn.

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    One margherita flatbread sliced. A pizza roller is to the right of the flatbread.

    10-Minute Margherita Flatbread

    Kristi
    Incredibly delicious and super easy Margherita Flatbread made with mozzarella, fresh basil, and a drizzle of balsamic glaze that comes together in minutes. It's perfect for busy weeknights!
    5 from 2 votes
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    Prep Time 5 minutes mins
    Cook Time 7 minutes mins
    Total Time 12 minutes mins
    Course Appetizer, dinner, lunch, Main Course
    Cuisine Italian
    Servings 1 person
    Calories 251 kcal

    Equipment

    • 1 baking sheet
    • 1 Basting brush For spreading the olive oil.
    • 1 cheese grater
    • 1 Pizza Cutter
    • 1 paring knife To slice cherry tomatoes.
    • 1 Kitchen shears If you prefer fresh basil pieces instead of whole leaves.

    Ingredients
      

    • 1 Flatbread Whole wheat, if you can find it.
    • 1 teaspoon Olive Oil Extra virgin.
    • 1 pinch Garlic Salt Up to 2 pinches.
    • ¼ cup Mozzarella Cheese Packed. Shredded or thinly sliced fresh mozzarella.
    • 3-4 Cherry Tomatoes
    • 3-4 Fresh Basil Leaves Rinsed. Whole or sliced into strips.
    • ½ tablespoon Balsamic Glaze Approximate amount. I drizzle it right from the bottle.

    Instructions
     

    • Preheat oven to 450℉
    • Lay flatbread on baking sheet.
      1 Flatbread
    • Use a basting brush to cover the flatbread with a thin layer of olive oil.
      1 teaspoon Olive Oil
    • Top olive oil with garlic salt.
      1 pinch Garlic Salt
    • Spread mozzarella out in an even layer over on top of the flatbread. Leave about ¼ inch around the edges without cheese.
      ¼ cup Mozzarella Cheese
    • Spread tomato slices out evenly over the mozzarella cheese.
      3-4 Cherry Tomatoes
    • Bake for about 7 minutes, or until cheese is melted and edges are golden brown.
    • Top with fresh basil leaves and drizzle with balsamic glaze (or reduction).
      3-4 Fresh Basil Leaves, ½ tablespoon Balsamic Glaze
    • Slice and serve!

    Notes

    *Nutrition information is an estimate using a nutrient analysis database and will vary depending on actual ingredients and amounts used. 
    • This recipe makes one flatbread.
    • Do not over-do it on the toppings. The crust is super thin, so it's best to keep a light layer of toppings.
    • The ingredient amounts listed are for one Lavash flatbread sized 8 ½ by 4 ½ inches. You will need to adjust the amounts of ingredients when using flatbreads with a smaller or larger surface area.
    • The basil leaves can be place on whole or, for thin strips of fresh basil, slice the basil leaves using kitchen scissors.
    • To make this more like the Margherita Flatbread Pizza from Panera, use tomato sauce instead of olive oil (theirs actually calls for a tomato bell pepper sauce) and use a blend of fontina and mozzarella cheeses. They do not drizzle balsamic glaze on top, but you will thank me for recommending it!😋
    • Use either a pizza slicer or kitchen shears to cut the flatbread into slices.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 251kcalCarbohydrates: 29gProtein: 10gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 22mgSodium: 434mgPotassium: 184mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 502IUVitamin C: 12mgCalcium: 184mgIron: 1mg
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