Mediterranean Delight Pizza
Enjoy a taste of the Mediterranean with this vibrant Mediterranean Delight Pizza, featuring a crispy Italian base topped with a creamy herbed spread, fresh vegetables, tangy marinated artichokes, and creamy feta. Perfect for a family meal or serving at gatherings, this pizza brings a burst of flavor and nutrition to your table, allowing you to savor the essence of Greek cuisine in every bite. Share this delightful dish with friends and family for a memorable dining experience.
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Servings
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Calories
10
Ingredients
Ingredients
Light sour cream
1/2 cup (none)
Dried basil leaves
1/2 teaspoon (none)
Black pepper
1/8 teaspoon (none)
Prebaked Italian bread or focaccia bread
1 (12-inch) (none)
Roma tomatoes
2 medium (thinly sliced)
Fresh spinach leaves
1/2 cup (torn into small pieces)
Marinated artichoke hearts
1/2 cup (drained and cut into wedges)
Pepperoncini peppers
6 small (halved and sliced)
Greek kalamata olives
6 (pitted and halved)
Feta cheese
1/3 cup (crumbled)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
2
In a small bowl, mix the light sour cream, dried basil, and pepper until well combined.
3
Spread the sour cream mixture evenly over the prebaked bread shell, leaving a 1/2-inch border around the edge.
4
Layer the thinly sliced roma tomatoes over the sour cream mixture.
5
Arrange the torn spinach leaves, artichoke hearts, halved pepperoncini, and kalamata olives in an artistic fashion on top of the tomatoes.
6
Sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese generously over the entire pizza.
7
Transfer the pizza onto a baking sheet, ensuring it is positioned securely.
8
Bake for 14 to 18 minutes, or until everything is heated through and the edges of the pizza are golden brown.
9
Remove from the oven and allow to cool slightly before slicing.
10
Serve warm and enjoy your Mediterranean Delight Pizza!
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mediterranean Delight Pizza?
It is a vibrant pizza featuring a crispy Italian base topped with a creamy herbed spread, fresh vegetables, marinated artichokes, and feta cheese.
What oven temperature is required for this recipe?
You should preheat your oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit or 220 degrees Celsius.
What ingredients make up the herbed spread?
The spread consists of light sour cream mixed with dried basil leaves and black pepper.
What type of bread serves as the crust?
A 12-inch prebaked Italian bread or focaccia bread is used for the pizza base.
How long does the Mediterranean Delight Pizza need to bake?
The pizza typically bakes for 14 to 18 minutes until heated through and golden brown.
Is this pizza recipe vegetarian?
Yes, the Mediterranean Delight Pizza is a vegetarian dish featuring vegetables and cheese.
What kind of tomatoes are best for this recipe?
The recipe calls for two medium roma tomatoes, which should be thinly sliced.
How should I prepare the fresh spinach?
The fresh spinach leaves should be torn into small pieces before being added to the pizza.
What type of olives are used in this Mediterranean pizza?
The recipe uses six Greek kalamata olives that are pitted and halved.
How much feta cheese is needed?
You will need 1/3 cup of crumbled feta cheese to sprinkle over the pizza.
Do I need to cook the bread shell before adding toppings?
No, the recipe uses a prebaked bread shell, so you can add toppings and bake immediately.
What are the primary Mediterranean flavors in this dish?
Key flavors come from kalamata olives, feta cheese, marinated artichokes, and pepperoncini peppers.
Can I substitute fresh basil for dried basil?
Yes, though the recipe calls for 1/2 teaspoon of dried basil, you can use fresh basil for a different flavor profile.
How many pepperoncini peppers are used?
The recipe requires six small pepperoncini peppers, halved and sliced.
Should the artichoke hearts be marinated?
Yes, use 1/2 cup of marinated artichoke hearts that have been drained and cut into wedges.
Should I leave a border when spreading the sauce?
Yes, you should leave a 1/2-inch border around the edge of the bread shell.
What is the first step in the instructions?
The first step is to preheat your oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit.
What is the correct order for layering the vegetables?
Layer sliced tomatoes first, followed by spinach, artichokes, pepperoncini, and finally olives.
When do I add the feta cheese?
Sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese generously over the entire pizza just before baking.
Should I use a baking sheet for the pizza?
Yes, transfer the pizza onto a baking sheet to ensure it is secure while in the oven.
How do I know when the pizza is finished cooking?
The pizza is done when the toppings are heated through and the edges of the crust are golden brown.
Should I let the pizza cool before slicing?
Yes, allow the pizza to cool slightly after removing it from the oven for easier slicing.
Is this considered a quick meal?
Yes, it is tagged as a quick meal and utilizes a prebaked base to save time.
Can I use regular sour cream instead of light sour cream?
Yes, regular sour cream can be used as a substitute for the light sour cream called for in the recipe.
How many ingredients are in this recipe?
The Mediterranean Delight Pizza recipe contains 10 ingredients.
What makes this a Greek-style pizza?
The combination of feta, kalamata olives, and spinach gives it a distinct Greek cuisine profile.
Can I use frozen spinach instead of fresh?
Fresh spinach is recommended for the best texture, but well-drained frozen spinach could be used if necessary.
Is this pizza served hot or cold?
It is intended to be served warm immediately after baking.
Does this recipe contain meat?
No, this is a vegetable-based pizza and does not include meat.
What size bread shell is recommended?
The recipe is designed for a 12-inch prebaked Italian bread or focaccia shell.