Pizza Margherita
Pizza Margherita is a classic Italian pizza characterized by its simple toppings of fresh tomatoes, mozzarella cheese, and basil, representing the colors of the Italian flag. It is celebrated for its balance of fresh, vibrant flavors and its cultural significance as a symbol of Italian culinary tradition.
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Ingredients
- 1 ball (about 250g)
- 100g
- 100g
- handful
- 2 tbsp
- to taste
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Italian
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Last updated 4/1/2026
The dish was named in honor of Queen Margherita of Savoy after her 1889 visit to Naples, where a local pizzaiolo created the pizza with ingredients representing the Italian flag.
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