Name: Margherita Flatbread
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Ingredients: 2 naan or flatbreads; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 2 cloves garlic (minced); 8 oz fresh mozzarella (sliced); 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved); 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes; 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves; 1 tablespoon balsamic glaze (for drizzling)

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Margherita Flatbread

Crispy flatbread topped with garlic olive oil, fresh mozzarella, ripe tomatoes, and basil, baked until golden and bubbly.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 10

Servings: 2 flatbreads

Course: Dinner, Main Course

Cuisine: Italian

Ingredients Method

Ingredients

2 naan or flatbreads
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 cloves garlic minced
8 oz fresh mozzarella sliced
1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1/4 cup fresh basil leaves
1 tablespoon balsamic glaze for drizzling

Method

Preheat the oven to 450°F (230°C). Place the flatbreads on a baking sheet.
Whisk together the olive oil and garlic, then brush evenly over both flatbreads.
Arrange the sliced mozzarella and halved cherry tomatoes over the flatbreads. Season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes.
Bake for 10-12 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the edges are golden and crisp.
Top with fresh basil leaves and a drizzle of balsamic glaze. Slice and serve immediately.

Margherita Flatbread