Tangy, creamy pizza with dill pickles, mozzarella, and crème fraîche. Adventurous, vegetarian main bursting with flavor.
# What You Need:
→ Dough
01 - 1 ball (approx. 9 oz) pizza dough, store-bought or homemade
→ Sauce
02 - 5.3 oz (about 2/3 cup) crème fraîche
03 - 1 clove garlic, minced
04 - 1 teaspoon fresh dill, finely chopped
05 - 1/2 teaspoon lemon zest
06 - Salt and black pepper, to taste
→ Toppings
07 - 7 oz (2 cups) shredded mozzarella cheese
08 - 2.8 oz (about 1/2 cup) sliced dill pickles
09 - 1 tablespoon red onion, thinly sliced (optional)
10 - 1 tablespoon fresh dill, for garnish
# How To Make It:
01 - Preheat oven to 480°F (250°C) or highest setting. If using a pizza stone, place it inside during preheating.
02 - On a lightly floured work surface, stretch or roll out dough to a 12-inch round. Move to a parchment-lined baking sheet or pizza peel.
03 - Combine crème fraîche, minced garlic, chopped dill, lemon zest, and season with salt and black pepper in a mixing bowl.
04 - Spread crème fraîche mixture evenly over pizza base, leaving a 1/2-inch border.
05 - Top sauce with shredded mozzarella cheese, spreading evenly.
06 - Arrange sliced dill pickles and red onion (if using) over the cheese.
07 - Transfer pizza to oven and bake 12–15 minutes, until crust turns golden and cheese bubbles.
08 - Remove from oven, garnish with fresh dill, slice, and serve immediately.
