Pepperoni Pizza with Arugula
A classic homemade pepperoni pizza topped with fresh arugula after baking for a peppery, vibrant finish.
- Total time
- 45 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 480
- Protein
- 22g
Ingredients
- 1 lb pizza dough
- ½ cup tomato sauce
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 3 oz pepperoni slices
- 2 cups arugula
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- ¼ tsp salt
Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 500°F with a pizza stone or baking sheet inside for 30 minutes.
- 2
On a floured surface, stretch the 1 lb dough into a 12-inch round, leaving the edges slightly thicker.
- 3
Spread the 1/2 cup tomato sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a 1-inch border for the crust.
- 4
Sprinkle the 2 cups shredded mozzarella over the sauce, then arrange the 3 oz pepperoni slices on top.
- 5
Carefully transfer the pizza to the hot stone or sheet and bake until the crust is golden and cheese is bubbly, about 10-12 minutes.
- 6
In a bowl, toss the 2 cups arugula with the 1 tbsp olive oil and 1/4 tsp salt.
- 7
Top the hot pizza with the dressed arugula, slice, and serve immediately.
- 8
For extra flavor, add a drizzle of balsamic glaze or a pinch of red pepper flakes if you have them.
Tools you’ll need
- pizza stone or baking sheet
- rolling pin (optional)
- pizza peel or cutting board
- mixing bowl
- knife
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