Best Easy Pizza Marinara Recipe

The purest Neapolitan pizza—tomato, garlic, oregano, and olive oil—without cheese is stunningly good. A vegetarian mediterranean classic that fits a healthy calorie deficit and clean eats approach.

Cook 30 min Difficulty NORMAL 290 kcal
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Ingredients
Main ingredients
  • pizza dough ball 12 oz
  • crushed canned tomatoes 1 cup
  • garlic cloves 3 pieces
Seasonings/Sauce
  • olive oil 2 tbsp
  • dried oregano 1 tsp
  • salt 0.5 tsp
Nutrition summary
Carbohydrates 46 g 63%
Protein 7 g 10%
Fat 8 g 25%
Serving size 180g
Cooking steps
  1. 1

    Preheat your oven to the highest temperature possible (ideally 500°F) at least 30 minutes before baking, ensuring a thoroughly heated baking stone or steel.

  2. 2

    Roll or stretch the pizza dough ball into a 12-inch circle, keeping the edge slightly thicker for the classic Neapolitan crust.

  3. 3

    Spread the crushed tomatoes evenly over the dough, leaving about 1 inch around the edge as the crust.

  4. 4

    Finely slice the garlic cloves and scatter them across the sauce, followed by sprinkling dried oregano and salt evenly.

  5. 5

    Drizzle olive oil over the pizza and transfer to the hot oven; bake for 7–9 minutes until the crust is golden brown and the tomato surface gently bubbles without burning.

Personalized Q&A
Q. What's the key ingredient in this recipe?
The defining ingredient of Pizza Marinara is the crushed tomatoes, which create the vibrant flavor base, complemented by garlic, oregano, and olive oil for authentic Neapolitan taste.
Q. How can I achieve the classic crust texture?
To produce the signature crisp-yet-chewy crust, ensure your oven and baking stone or steel are fully preheated to 500°F and bake the dough for 7–9 minutes, avoiding overcooking which can dry out the edges.
Q. Why is timing crucial when baking Pizza Marinara?
Precision in baking time (7–9 minutes at high heat) helps the dough rise quickly and the tomato topping stay moist without becoming soggy or burnt. Monitor the pizza closely to maintain ideal texture.
Q. How many calories and carbs does each slice contain?
Each serving offers about 290 kcal and 46 grams of carbohydrates, with 8 grams of fat and 7 grams of protein. Carbohydrates contribute roughly 63% of total calories, making it suitable for calorie-controlled vegetarian diets.
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