Mouthwatering Mediterranean Pizza
Mediterranean cuisine is a burst of flavors, and this pizza recipe perfectly embodies the essence of the region. Imagine a crispy crust topped with vibrant ingredients, all coming together to create a symphony of taste that will transport your senses to the sunny coasts of the Mediterranean.
Ingredients
- 1 prepared pizza dough
- 1/2 cup pizza sauce
- 1 1/2 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and sliced
- 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, drained and chopped
- 1/2 cup artichoke hearts, drained and quartered
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, torn
- 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 450°F (230°C).
- Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface to your desired thickness.
- Transfer the dough to a pizza stone or baking sheet.
- Spread the pizza sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a small border around the edges.
- Sprinkle the mozzarella cheese over the sauce.
- Evenly distribute the olives, sun-dried tomatoes, and artichoke hearts over the cheese.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly.
- Remove from the oven and top with torn basil leaves, feta cheese, and a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Slice, serve, and savor the Mediterranean flavors!
Prep time: 20 minutes
Yield: 1 delicious Mediterranean pizza
Indulge in the flavors of the Mediterranean with this mouthwatering pizza. The combination of sun-dried tomatoes, Kalamata olives, artichoke hearts, and feta cheese atop a crispy crust will have you coming back for more.
Nutritional information (per serving):
- Calories: 320
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Protein: 12g
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fiber: 4g
- Sugar: 3g
Embark on a culinary journey to the Mediterranean with this tantalizing pizza. The blend of flavors and textures will have your taste buds dancing. The briny olives, the sweet and tangy sun-dried tomatoes, and the creamy feta cheese complement each other perfectly. Every bite is a burst of Mediterranean sunshine, making this pizza a delightful treat for any occasion.