Print
clock clock iconcutlery cutlery iconflag flag iconfolder folder iconinstagram instagram iconpinterest pinterest iconfacebook facebook iconprint print iconsquares squares iconheart heart iconheart solid heart solid icon
Mediterranean pizza on a rustic table with a coastal village background

Unlock the Ultimate Mediterranean Pizza Recipe: A Professional Instructive How-To


  • Author: Emily
  • Total Time: 2 hours
  • Yield: 8 slices 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A authentic Mediterranean pizza with a thin, crispy crust topped with fresh vegetables, olives, and creamy feta cheese. This recipe captures the essence of coastal Mediterranean cuisine with simple, quality ingredients.


Ingredients

Scale

For the Dough:

3½ cups all-purpose flour

1 teaspoon instant yeast

1 teaspoon salt

1½ cups warm water (110°F)

2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil

For the Sauce:

1 can (14 oz) crushed San Marzano tomatoes

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 tablespoon fresh oregano, chopped

1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil

Salt and black pepper to taste

For the Toppings:

8 oz fresh mozzarella, thinly sliced

4 oz crumbled feta cheese

½ cup Kalamata olives, pitted and halved

1 small red onion, thinly sliced

1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

1 small bell pepper, thinly sliced

¼ cup artichoke hearts, quartered

2 tablespoons capers, drained

Fresh basil leaves

2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil for drizzling

1 teaspoon dried oregano


Instructions

1. Combine flour, salt, and yeast. Add warm water and olive oil. Knead 8-10 minutes until smooth.

2. Let dough rise 1-2 hours until doubled in size.

3. Mix sauce ingredients and let flavors meld at room temperature.

4. Preheat oven with pizza stone to 475°F for 30 minutes.

5. Divide dough in two. Hand-stretch each into 12-inch circles.

6. Top with sauce, cheeses, and vegetables.

7. Bake 12-15 minutes until crust is golden and cheese bubbles.

8. Drizzle with olive oil and scatter fresh basil before serving.

Notes

For best results, use high-quality ingredients especially for the olive oil and cheeses.

Don’t overload toppings or the crust will become soggy.

Allow dough to come to room temperature if refrigerated.

Let pizza rest 2 minutes before slicing for easier serving.

  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 590mg
  • Fat: 13g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 42g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 12g
  • Cholesterol: 25mg

Keywords: mediterranean pizza, homemade pizza, healthy pizza, vegetarian pizza