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Greek Pizza with Feta, Kalamata Olives, and Fresh Vegetables Recipe

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This Greek Pizza recipe combines flavorful toppings like Kalamata olives, feta cheese, pepperoncini, and a blend of fresh vegetables on a crispy, buttery crust. Baked to perfection with mozzarella and a sprinkle of parmesan, it offers a delicious Mediterranean twist on classic pizza, perfect for a family meal or entertaining guests.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings

Ingredients

Pizza Dough and Crust

  • 1 ½ lbs. pizza dough
  • 5 teaspoons olive oil (divided)
  • 2 tablespoons parmesan cheese (grated)
  • 2 tablespoons melted butter (divided)

Vegetable Toppings

  • ⅓ cup red onions (sliced)
  • ⅓ cup green bell peppers (sliced)
  • ½ cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
  • 4 Pepperoncini peppers (sliced)
  • ¼ cup Kalamata olives

Cheese and Seasonings

  • ⅓ cup Feta (crumbled)
  • 1 cup pizza sauce
  • 2 ½ cups whole milk/low moisture Mozzarella (shredded)
  • 1 tablespoon Greek salad dressing
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 pinch salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375° F and measure out all your ingredients to have everything ready before you begin cooking.
  2. Prepare Vegetables: Place the sliced onions, bell peppers, halved cherry tomatoes, sliced pepperoncini, and Kalamata olives between paper towels. Gently roll them into a cylinder shape to absorb any excess moisture. Set aside until needed.
  3. Prepare Baking Pan: Using a pastry brush, coat an 18 × 13-inch sheet pan with 1 tablespoon of olive oil to prevent sticking and add flavor.
  4. Roll Out Dough: On a lightly floured surface, roll out the pizza dough to approximately the size of the baking pan. Transfer it onto the pan, spreading evenly and pushing some dough up the edges to form a crust.
  5. Oil and Cheese Base: Brush 2 teaspoons of olive oil evenly over the dough. Sprinkle grated parmesan cheese on top. Prick the dough in several places with a fork to vent air and prevent bubbles during baking.
  6. Initial Bake: Place the pan on the lower oven rack and bake the dough for 7 minutes. Remove the crust and brush the outer edge with 1 tablespoon of melted butter to add richness and promote browning.
  7. Prepare Topping Mixture: In a small bowl, combine the prepped vegetables, Kalamata olives, and crumbled feta cheese. Add Greek salad dressing, lemon juice, dried oregano, and a pinch of salt. Toss everything gently to coat evenly.
  8. Assemble Pizza: Spread the pizza sauce evenly over the partially baked crust. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese on top, then evenly distribute the vegetable and feta mixture over the cheese layer.
  9. Second Bake: Return the pizza to the lower oven rack and bake for an additional 7 minutes to melt the cheese and blend flavors.
  10. Remove Moisture: Take the pizza out and use paper towels to gently blot any excess moisture from the top. This step ensures the pizza is not soggy. Brush the crust again with the remaining 1 tablespoon of melted butter to maintain its crispness.
  11. Final Bake: Move the pizza to the upper oven rack and bake for 3 more minutes, or until the cheese is thoroughly melted. For a golden finish, optionally broil at 425° F for 1-2 minutes, watching carefully to prevent burning.
  12. Serve: Slice the pizza and serve immediately. For an extra crisp crust, transfer slices or the whole pizza onto a wire cooling rack for 2-5 minutes to allow steam to escape from the bottom.

Notes

  • Removing moisture from the vegetable toppings with paper towels is key to preventing a soggy pizza.
  • Brushing the crust with melted butter at multiple stages adds flavor and helps achieve a crisp, golden crust.
  • Using a wire cooling rack for a few minutes before serving helps keep the crust firm and prevents it from becoming soggy.
  • Broiling briefly at the end enhances the cheese melt and browning but requires careful attention.
  • Author: Madelynn
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Greek
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Find it online: https://allyumcooks.com/greek-pizza-with-feta-kalamata-olives-and-fresh-vegetables-recipe/