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Greek Salad Pizza Recipe

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This Greek Pizza recipe combines a crispy homemade crust with vibrant Mediterranean toppings like feta cheese, Kalamata olives, pepperoncini, and fresh veggies tossed in a tangy Greek dressing. The pizza is baked to perfection with layers of pizza sauce, mozzarella, and flavorful vegetables, then finished with a buttery crust for a deliciously crisp and savory treat that’s perfect for sharing.

Ingredients

Pizza Dough and Base

  • 1 ½ lbs. pizza dough
  • 5 teaspoons olive oil (divided)
  • 2 tablespoons parmesan cheese (grated)
  • 3 tablespoons melted butter (divided)
  • 1 cup pizza sauce
  • 2 ½ cups whole milk/low moisture Mozzarella (shredded)

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

Additional Toppings and Seasonings

  • ⅓ cup Feta (crumbled)
  • 1 tablespoon Greek salad dressing
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 pinch salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare Ingredients: Preheat your oven to 375°F. Measure out all ingredients before starting to streamline the process.
  2. Dry the Vegetables: Place the onions, peppers, cherry tomatoes, pepperoncini, and olives between paper towels and gently roll them into a cylinder to absorb excess moisture. Set them aside until needed to prevent sogginess.
  3. Prepare the Baking Pan: Use a pastry brush to coat an 18 × 13-inch sheet pan with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, ensuring the dough does not stick.
  4. Roll Out the Dough: On a lightly floured surface, roll out the pizza dough to match the size of the sheet pan. Transfer the dough to the pan, spreading it evenly and pushing some dough up along the edges to form a crust.
  5. Add Olive Oil and Parmesan: Brush 2 teaspoons of olive oil over the dough surface, sprinkle grated parmesan cheese evenly, and prick the dough with a fork several times to release air and avoid bubbles during baking.
  6. Initial Bake: Place the pan on the lower oven rack and bake for 7 minutes to partially cook the crust. Remove from the oven and brush the outer crust generously with 1 tablespoon of melted butter to add flavor and promote browning.
  7. Toss the Toppings: In a small bowl, combine the prepared vegetables, olives, and crumbled feta. Add Greek salad dressing, lemon juice, oregano, and a pinch of salt, then toss everything together to coat the toppings with flavor.
  8. Assemble the Pizza: Spread the pizza sauce in an even layer over the pre-baked dough, followed by an even layer of shredded mozzarella cheese. Distribute the tossed vegetable and feta mixture evenly over the top.
  9. Bake with Toppings: Return the pizza to the lower oven rack and bake for an additional 7 minutes to allow the cheese to melt and toppings to cook slightly.
  10. Remove Excess Moisture and Butter Crust: Remove the pizza and use paper towels lightly on top to absorb any excess moisture. Brush the crust again with the remaining 1 tablespoon of melted butter to enrich the flavor and help crisp the edges.
  11. Final Bake and Optional Broil: Transfer the pizza to the upper oven rack and bake for 3 more minutes until the cheese is fully melted. For a bubbly, golden finish, optionally broil at 425°F for 1-2 minutes, watching closely to prevent burning.
  12. Rest and Serve: Slice the pizza and serve immediately. If possible, place the whole pizza or slices on a wire cooling rack for 2-5 minutes to let steam escape from the bottom, which keeps the crust firm and crisp.

Notes

  • Absorbing excess moisture from the vegetables before topping the pizza is key to a crispy crust.
  • Brushing the crust with melted butter after each bake step adds richness and crispness.
  • Using a wire cooling rack before serving prevents the crust from becoming soggy from steam.
  • Broiling at the end creates a nicely browned and bubbly cheese topping, but watch carefully to avoid burning.
  • If you prefer, substitute whole milk mozzarella with part-skim for a lighter option.

Find it online: https://marthatasty.com/greek-salad-pizza-recipe/