Tomato Mozzarella Phyllo Crust Pizza

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 11

Tomato Mozzarella Phyllo Crust Pizza Recipe

by The Chefin Pizza

Prep

20 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	6 -7 tablespoons butter , melted
	8 sheets frozen phyllo pastry , thawed
	1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese ( or more or less )
	2 cups grated mozzarella cheese ( or to taste , I used sliced )
	1 onion , thinly sliced
	1 1/2 lbs firm ripe tomatoes , halved , seeded and sliced
	1 teaspoon dried oregano ( or to taste )
	3/4 teaspoon dried thyme

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

441

Sugar

Fat

28g

This Tomato Mozzarella Phyllo Crust Pizza is a unique and delicious twist on traditional pizza, perfect for those who want to mix up their pizza game. The phyllo crust is light and crispy, while the toppings are fresh and flavorful. Tomatoes are the star of the show in this pizza, with their sweet and tangy flavor balancing perfectly with the creamy mozzarella cheese. Overall, this pizza is a great way to showcase fresh summer produce while keeping things light and healthy!

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
2.	Brush an 8-inch (20-cm) pie dish with melted butter.
3.	Brush one sheet of phyllo pastry with butter and place it in the dish, letting the excess hang over the edge. Repeat with the remaining phyllo sheets, rotating each slightly to create a star-shaped crust.
4.	Sprinkle parmesan cheese over the crust.
5.	Top with mozzarella cheese, sliced onion, and sliced tomatoes.
6.	Sprinkle dried oregano and thyme over the top.
7.	Drizzle with melted butter.
8.	Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.

PROS

This Tomato Mozzarella Phyllo Crust Pizza is a delicious and unique take on traditional pizza.

The phyllo crust is light and crispy, while the toppings are fresh and flavorful.

It’s also a great way to showcase ripe summer tomatoes!

CONS

The phyllo crust can be delicate and difficult to work with, so it’s important to handle it gently.

It’s also important to slice the tomatoes thin and remove the seeds to prevent the pizza from becoming too watery.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This Tomato Mozzarella Phyllo Crust Pizza is a healthier alternative to traditional pizza crusts, as phyllo dough is lower in calories and fat.
Tomatoes are also rich in antioxidants, vitamins C and K, and potassium, which can help support heart health and reduce inflammation.