Tangy pizza with crème fraîche sauce, mozzarella, and crunchy pickles. Easy, flavorful, and vegetarian-friendly.
# Components:
→ Dough
01 - 1 ball (8.8 oz) pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
→ Sauce
02 - 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 - 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
08 - 1/2 cup sliced dill pickles
09 - 1 tablespoon red onion, thinly sliced (optional)
10 - 1 tablespoon fresh dill, for garnish
# Method:
01 - Preheat oven to 480°F or highest setting. Position pizza stone in oven if using.
02 - On a lightly floured surface, stretch or roll the pizza dough into a 12-inch round. Transfer onto a parchment-lined baking sheet or pizza peel.
03 - Combine crème fraîche, minced garlic, finely chopped dill, lemon zest, salt, and black pepper in a mixing bowl. Stir until well blended.
04 - Spread the crème fraîche mixture evenly over the pizza base, leaving a 1/2-inch border.
05 - Distribute shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the sauce.
06 - Arrange sliced dill pickles and optional red onion on top of the cheese.
07 - Bake for 12 to 15 minutes until the crust is golden and cheese is bubbling.
08 - Remove pizza from oven, garnish with fresh dill, slice, and serve immediately.
