Easy Mediterranean Pizza

Savor the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean with this Easy Mediterranean Pizza, a quick and delicious homemade treat perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings. Made with convenient store-bought pizza dough, this recipe combines the robust taste of crushed tomatoes seasoned with oregano and basil, the freshness of spinach and cherry tomatoes, and the savory tang of kalamata olives and crumbled feta cheese. Melted mozzarella provides the perfect finishing touch, while a sprinkle of optional red pepper flakes adds a hint of heat. With just 15 minutes of prep time and 15 minutes of baking, this Mediterranean-inspired pizza is ideal for busy schedules. Serve it hot and fresh for a slice of sunshine on your plate!

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 package store-bought pizza dough
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 0.75 cups crushed tomatoes
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1 cup fresh spinach leaves
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 0.5 medium red onion, thinly sliced
• 0.33 cup kalamata olives, pitted and halved
• 0.5 cup crumbled feta cheese
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C) and place a pizza stone or baking sheet inside to heat up.

Step 2

On a floured surface, roll out the pizza dough to your desired thickness. Transfer the dough to a sheet of parchment paper for easier handling.

Step 3

Brush the surface of the dough with olive oil and evenly spread the minced garlic over it.

Step 4

In a small bowl, mix together the crushed tomatoes, dried oregano, and dried basil. Spread this tomato sauce evenly over the pizza dough, leaving about a 1-inch border around the edges.

Step 5

Scatter the fresh spinach leaves over the sauce, followed by the halved cherry tomatoes, sliced red onion, and kalamata olives.

Step 6

Top the pizza with crumbled feta cheese and shredded mozzarella cheese. If you like a bit of heat, sprinkle with red pepper flakes.

Step 7

Carefully slide the parchment paper with the pizza onto the preheated pizza stone or baking sheet. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly.

Step 8

Remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool for 5 minutes before slicing. Serve immediately and enjoy your Easy Mediterranean Pizza!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	990.4 grams (990.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1822

Total Fat 93.10g	119%
Saturated Fat 31.10g	156%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 134mg	45%
Sodium 4331mg	188%
Total Carbohydrate 184.20g	67%
Dietary Fiber 14.60g	52%
Total Sugars 14.60g
Protein 68.60g	137%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1241mg	95%
Iron 11mg	59%
Potassium 1311mg	28%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 45.3%

Protein: 14.8%

Carbs: 39.8%