My Big Fat Greek Pizza
Transport your taste buds to the Mediterranean with "My Big Fat Greek Pizza," a vibrant, flavor-packed twist on a classic comfort food. This recipe combines the bold, tangy flavors of crumbled feta cheese, Kalamata olives, and garlic with a hearty tomato sauce infused with oregano and basil. Topped with fresh spinach, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and a touch of red pepper flakes for a zesty kick, this pizza is the ultimate homage to Greek cuisine. With a crispy, golden crust brushed with olive oil and melty mozzarella cheese binding everything together, every bite is a harmonious blend of freshness and richness. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or as a crowd-pleasing centerpiece, this 35-minute recipe is as easy to make as it is impressive. Don’t forget the final flourish of chopped parsley for a pop of color and extra freshness!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound pizza dough
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 cup crushed tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese (shredded)
- 1 cup feta cheese (crumbled)
- 0.5 cup Kalamata olives (sliced)
- 0.5 cup red onion (thinly sliced)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1 cup fresh spinach (chopped)
- 0.5 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped, optional for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C). If using a pizza stone, place it in the oven to heat as well.
On a floured surface, roll the pizza dough into a 12-inch circle or desired shape. Transfer it to a pizza peel or baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Brush the surface of the dough with olive oil, leaving a 1-inch border around the edges for the crust.
In a small bowl, mix the minced garlic, crushed tomatoes, oregano, and basil. Spread this mixture evenly over the dough, keeping it within the edges.
Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella evenly over the tomato sauce layer.
Top with crumbled feta cheese, Kalamata olives, red onion slices, cherry tomatoes, and chopped spinach.
Sprinkle red pepper flakes over the toppings for a hint of heat, if desired.
Carefully transfer the pizza to the oven (or onto the preheated stone) and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbling.
Remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool for 2-3 minutes. Garnish with fresh parsley, if desired, before slicing and serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2500 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 136.1 g | 174% | |
| Saturated Fat | 56.7 g | 284% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 302 mg | 101% | |
| Sodium | 6394 mg | 278% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 219.4 g | 80% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 24.2 g | 86% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.4 g | ||
| Protein | 105.9 g | 212% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 2026 mg | 156% | |
| Iron | 19.8 mg | 110% | |
| Potassium | 1566 mg | 33% | |
*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.
