Mediterranean Goat Cheese Pizza
Transform your pizza night with this Mediterranean Goat Cheese Pizza, a vibrant and flavorful twist on a classic favorite. This gourmet creation features a crisp, golden crust topped with creamy crumbles of goat cheese, melted mozzarella, and a medley of Mediterranean-inspired toppings, including tangy sun-dried tomatoes, briny Kalamata olives, fresh baby spinach, and fragrant basil. Infused with the rich flavors of garlic, olive oil, and dried oregano, this pizza is perfectly balanced with just a hint of optional spice from red pepper flakes. Ready in just 35 minutes, it’s an effortless yet elegant dish that’s perfect for date night or a dinner party. Whether you're a pizza lover or a fan of Mediterranean cuisine, this recipe offers a satisfying blend of textures and bold flavors that are sure to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 ball (approximately 12 inches in diameter when rolled out) Pizza dough
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 cloves (minced) Garlic cloves
- 5 ounces Goat cheese (crumbled)
- 1 cup Mozzarella cheese (shredded)
- 0.5 cup (chopped) Sun-dried tomatoes
- 0.33 cup (sliced) Kalamata olives
- 0.25 cup (thinly sliced) Red onion
- 1 cup (lightly packed) Fresh baby spinach
- 2 tablespoons (chopped) Fresh basil leaves
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 0.25 teaspoon (optional) Crushed red pepper flakes
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C) and place a pizza stone or baking sheet inside to heat up.
On a floured surface, roll out the pizza dough into a 12-inch circle. If the dough springs back, allow it to rest for 5 minutes and try again.
Transfer the rolled-out dough to a piece of parchment paper for easy handling.
Brush the surface of the pizza dough with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, ensuring an even layer. Sprinkle the minced garlic evenly across the oiled dough.
Spread the shredded mozzarella cheese over the dough, leaving a 1-inch border around the edges.
Dot the pizza surface with crumbles of goat cheese, ensuring they are evenly distributed.
Evenly scatter the chopped sun-dried tomatoes, sliced Kalamata olives, thinly sliced red onion, and baby spinach over the pizza.
Top with chopped basil, a sprinkle of dried oregano, and optional crushed red pepper flakes for a kick.
Season the pizza with a pinch of salt and freshly cracked black pepper.
Drizzle the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil over the top of the pizza for added flavor.
Carefully transfer the parchment paper with the pizza onto the hot pizza stone or baking sheet in the oven.
Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly and slightly browned.
Once baked, carefully remove the pizza from the oven and allow it to cool for 2-3 minutes.
Slice the pizza into wedges, serve, and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1816 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 107.7 g | 138% | |
| Saturated Fat | 41.2 g | 206% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 164 mg | 55% | |
| Sodium | 4058 mg | 176% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 134.5 g | 49% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.3 g | 69% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.6 g | ||
| Protein | 77.2 g | 154% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 981 mg | 75% | |
| Iron | 15.0 mg | 83% | |
| Potassium | 1613 mg | 34% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
