Imagine a pizza that transports you straight to the sun-drenched coastlines of Italy, where every bite is a symphony of bold, vibrant flavors. Our Green Olive Pesto Pizza with Roasted Red Peppers and Feta Stuffed Crust isn't just another pizza – it's a culinary adventure that will revolutionize your pizza night! With its tantalizing combination of briny green olives, rich pesto, sweet roasted peppers, and a decadent feta-stuffed crust, this recipe promises to elevate your home cooking from ordinary to extraordinary.
Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 25 mins
Total Time: 45 mins
Cuisine: Italian
Serves: 2 pizzas
Ingredients
- 1 pizza dough
- 1/2 cup green olives, pitted and chopped
- 1/4 cup pesto
- 1 cup roasted red peppers, sliced
- 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- Olive oil for brushing
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 450°F (230°C). If using a pizza stone, place it in the oven during preheating to ensure it's thoroughly heated.
- Roll out the pizza dough on a lightly floured surface into a large circle, approximately 14 inches in diameter. The dough should be thin but not transparent.
- Create the feta stuffed crust by cutting thin strips of feta cheese and folding the outer edge of the dough over these strips, pinching and sealing the edges to create a stuffed border.
- Brush the entire pizza dough lightly with olive oil to ensure a crisp and golden crust.
- Spread the pesto evenly across the pizza dough, leaving a small border around the edges for the crust.
- Distribute the chopped green olives evenly over the pesto base, ensuring consistent coverage.
- Layer the sliced roasted red peppers over the olives, creating an attractive and colorful arrangement.
- Sprinkle the crumbled feta and shredded mozzarella cheese over the top, covering the vegetables.
- Transfer the pizza to the preheated pizza stone or a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted and slightly bubbly.
- Remove from the oven and let the pizza rest for 2-3 minutes to allow the cheese to set and make slicing easier.
- Slice the pizza into 8 wedges and serve hot, optionally drizzling with additional olive oil or fresh herbs if desired.
Tips
- For an extra crispy crust, pre-heat your pizza stone or baking sheet in the oven before placing the pizza on it.
- Use high-quality, fresh ingredients – the difference in flavor is remarkable.
- Don't overload your pizza; balance is key to ensuring a crisp, well-cooked base.
- Let the pizza rest for a few minutes after baking to allow the cheese to set and make slicing easier.
- Experiment with additional herbs like fresh basil or oregano for an extra flavor boost.
- If you're short on time, store-bought pizza dough and pre-roasted red peppers work perfectly.
- For a gluten-free version, substitute the pizza dough with a cauliflower or gluten-free alternative.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 320kcal
Carbohydrates: 35g
Protein: 12g
Fat: 16g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Cholesterol: 25mg
