Going Greek Pizza

Take your taste buds on a Mediterranean adventure with this vibrant and flavorful "Going Greek Pizza." Perfectly crisp pizza dough serves as the canvas for a medley of Greek-inspired toppings, including creamy feta cheese, tangy Kalamata olives, juicy cherry tomatoes, and fresh baby spinach. A base of rich olive oil and minced garlic sets the stage, while melted mozzarella and a sprinkle of dried oregano tie it all together. For an extra burst of authenticity, drizzle with cool, creamy tzatziki sauce or serve it on the side for dipping. Ready in just 30 minutes, this easy homemade pizza is perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings. Whether you’re craving bold Mediterranean flavors or want to elevate your pizza game, this recipe is sure to become a family favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:12 mins

Total Time:32 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 piece Store-bought or homemade pizza dough
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1.5 cups Shredded mozzarella cheese
• 0.5 cup Red onion, thinly sliced
• 1 cup Cherry tomatoes, halved
• 0.3 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and sliced
• 1 cup Baby spinach leaves
• 0.5 cup Feta cheese, crumbled
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 0.5 cup Tzatziki sauce (optional for drizzle)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C), and if using a pizza stone, place it in the oven to heat.

Step 2

Roll out the pizza dough on a lightly floured surface to your desired thickness, then transfer it to a sheet of parchment paper or a lightly greased pizza pan.

Step 3

Brush the surface of the dough lightly with olive oil, then sprinkle the minced garlic evenly over the top.

Step 4

Spread the shredded mozzarella cheese evenly across the dough, leaving a small border around the edges for the crust.

Step 5

Scatter the red onion slices, cherry tomatoes, kalamata olives, and baby spinach leaves evenly across the pizza, layering the toppings as desired.

Step 6

Sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese and dried oregano over the top of the other toppings.

Step 7

Carefully transfer the pizza (on its parchment paper, if applicable) to the oven or onto the preheated pizza stone.

Step 8

Bake the pizza for 10-12 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbling.

Step 9

Remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool for 2-3 minutes before slicing.

Step 10

Optional: Drizzle tzatziki sauce over the top or serve it on the side for dipping.

Step 11

Slice and serve your 'Going Greek Pizza' while hot. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1050.6 grams (1050.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2071

Total Fat 118.40g	152%
Saturated Fat 49.40g	247%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 240mg	80%
Sodium 4773mg	208%
Total Carbohydrate 168.50g	61%
Dietary Fiber 13.50g	48%
Total Sugars 17.50g
Protein 87.80g	176%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 2011mg	155%
Iron 10mg	53%
Potassium 1166mg	25%

*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: 51.0%

Protein: 16.8%

Carbs: 32.2%