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Greek Vegetable Pizza with Feta and Kalamata Olives Recipe

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This Greek Pizza recipe combines a crispy homemade crust with savory toppings like feta cheese, Kalamata olives, pepperoncini peppers, and fresh vegetables, all layered over a flavorful pizza sauce and mozzarella cheese. Enhanced with a Greek salad dressing and fragrant oregano, this pizza offers a delightful Mediterranean twist on a classic favorite, perfect for a family meal or casual gathering.

Ingredients

Pizza Dough and Base

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

Toppings and Vegetables

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

Additional Flavorings

  • 1 cup pizza sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Greek salad dressing
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 pinch salt

Cheese

  • 2 ½ cups whole milk/low moisture Mozzarella (shredded)

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare Ingredients: Preheat your oven to 375° F. Measure out all ingredients so you have everything ready to go before you start assembling the pizza.
  2. Drain Vegetables: Place the sliced onions, green bell peppers, halved cherry tomatoes, sliced pepperoncini, and Kalamata olives between paper towels. Roll them gently into a cylinder to absorb excess moisture, which helps keep the pizza crust crisp. Set aside until needed.
  3. Prepare the Pan: Use a pastry brush to coat an 18 × 13-inch sheet pan evenly with 1 tablespoon of olive oil.
  4. Roll Out Dough: On a lightly floured surface, roll the pizza dough to approximately the size of your sheet pan. Transfer it onto the pan and spread the dough evenly, pressing some dough up against the edges to form a crust.
  5. Brush and Season Dough: Brush 2 teaspoons of olive oil over the top of the dough, then sprinkle grated parmesan cheese evenly. Use a fork to prick several areas of the dough to vent air and prevent bubbles during baking.
  6. First Bake: Place the pan on the lower oven rack and bake for 7 minutes. Afterward, remove from the oven and brush the outer crust with 1 tablespoon of melted butter for rich flavor.
  7. Prepare Toppings Mix: In a small bowl, combine the drained vegetables, olives, and crumbled feta cheese. Add the Greek salad dressing, lemon juice, dried oregano, and a pinch of salt. Toss gently to coat all ingredients evenly.
  8. Assemble Pizza: Spread the pizza sauce in an even layer over the partially baked dough. Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella evenly on top, then distribute the vegetable and feta mixture over the cheese.
  9. Second Bake: Return the pizza to the lower rack of the oven and bake for another 7 minutes.
  10. Remove Excess Moisture and Brush Crust: Carefully remove the pizza and use paper towels to gently blot away excess moisture from the toppings—this is key to maintaining a crisp crust. Brush the outer crust with the remaining 1 tablespoon of melted butter.
  11. Final Bake: Move the pizza to the upper oven rack and bake for an additional 3 minutes, or until the cheese is fully melted. For a golden finish, optionally broil at 425° F for 1-2 minutes, watching constantly to avoid burning.
  12. Slice and Serve: Let the pizza rest for 2-5 minutes on a wire cooling rack to allow steam to escape from the bottom, which helps keep the crust firm and crisp. Slice and enjoy immediately.

Notes

  • Absorbing excess moisture from the vegetables before adding them to the pizza is essential for a crispy crust.
  • Using a wire cooling rack after baking helps the pizza bottom stay crisp by preventing steam buildup.
  • Broiling at the end is optional but adds a nice golden color and bubbly cheese topping.
  • If you prefer a thinner crust, roll the dough slightly thinner but watch baking times to avoid burning.
  • You can substitute the Greek salad dressing with a mixture of olive oil and red wine vinegar if desired.

Find it online: https://recipethrive.com/greek-vegetable-pizza-with-feta-and-kalamata-olives-recipe/