Mediterranean Pizza
A delightful twist on classic pizza featuring fresh Mediterranean ingredients and flavors, perfect for dinner parties or family meals.
Ingredients
Pizza Base
- 1 ball pizza dough
Sauce and Cheese
- 1/2 cup pesto
- 8 ounces shredded Italian blend cheese, divided Reserve some for topping
Toppings
- 1/2 medium red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup sliced roasted red peppers
- 1/2 cup quartered artichoke hearts
- 1/4 cup halved Kalamata olives
- 1/4 cup sliced sun-dried tomatoes
- 4 ounces crumbled feta cheese Approximately 1 cup
- Handful fresh basil leaves, sliced
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C) with the rack on the bottom shelf.
- Lightly brush a pizza pan with olive oil or spray it with nonstick spray. Place your pizza dough on the pan and spread it evenly across the surface.
- Spread pesto evenly over the dough, leaving about a 1-inch border around the edge.
- Sprinkle about 3/4 of the Italian blend cheese over the pesto.
- Layer the onion, red peppers, artichoke hearts, olives, and sun-dried tomatoes on top of the cheese.
- Finish by sprinkling the remaining Italian blend cheese over the veggies and topping with crumbled feta.
Baking
- Bake the pizza on the lowest rack for about 15 to 20 minutes, or until the crust is browned and crisp, and the toppings are hot.
- Cut the pizza into wedges and serve hot.
Notes
For a crispier crust, pre-bake the pizza dough for a few minutes before adding the toppings. Experiment with different toppings for added flavor. Use homemade pesto for a fresher taste, but store-bought works well too.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 12gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2g
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