Imagine sinking your teeth into a pizza so crispy, so authentically Greek, that it transports you straight to the sun-drenched islands of the Mediterranean with every single bite. This isn't just another pizza recipe - this is a culinary adventure that transforms your kitchen into a traditional Greek pizzeria, delivering restaurant-quality flavor and texture right to your dining table. Get ready to impress your friends and family with a pizza that's crispy, flavorful, and bursting with classic Greek ingredients!
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 25 mins
Total Time: 40 mins
Cuisine: Greek
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- Pizza dough
- Tomato sauce
- Feta cheese
- Olives
- Red onion
- Bell peppers
- Oregano
- Olive oil
- Salt
- Pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C) with a pizza stone or large baking sheet inside to ensure a crispy crust.
- Roll out the pizza dough on a lightly floured surface to a thin, even circle approximately 12-14 inches in diameter.
- Brush the rolled-out dough with olive oil, ensuring complete coverage to help create a crispy texture.
- Spread a thin, even layer of tomato sauce over the dough, leaving a small border around the edges for the crust.
- Thinly slice the red onion and bell peppers into uniform pieces for even cooking.
- Sprinkle crumbled feta cheese generously across the pizza surface.
- Distribute sliced olives and prepared vegetables evenly over the cheese.
- Season with dried oregano, salt, and freshly ground black pepper to enhance the Greek flavors.
- Carefully transfer the pizza onto the preheated stone or baking sheet using a pizza peel or the back of a baking sheet.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and crispy and the cheese is melted and slightly bubbling.
- Remove from oven, let rest for 2-3 minutes, then slice and serve immediately for maximum crispiness.
Tips
- Temperature is Key: Always preheat your pizza stone or baking sheet to ensure a crispy bottom crust.
- Less is More: Use a thin layer of sauce and don't overload toppings to maintain crispiness.
- Olive Oil Trick: Brushing the dough with olive oil helps create that golden, crispy exterior.
- Fresh Ingredients Matter: Use high-quality feta and fresh vegetables for authentic Greek flavor.
- Watch Carefully: Ovens vary, so start checking your pizza at the 12-minute mark to prevent burning.
- Rest Before Serving: Let the pizza rest for 2-3 minutes after baking to help the cheese set and improve slice-ability.
- Serve Immediately: For maximum crispiness, serve the pizza right after it comes out of the oven.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: kcal
Carbohydrates: g
Protein: g
Fat: g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: mg
