Pita Pizzas Greek Style
Transform your mealtime with these vibrant and flavorful Greek-Style Pita Pizzas! Perfectly crisp whole wheat or regular pita bread serves as the base, brushed with garlicky olive oil and piled high with Mediterranean-inspired toppings including juicy cherry tomatoes, refreshing cucumber, tangy Kalamata olives, and crumbled feta cheese. A sprinkle of dried oregano ties it all together as they bake to golden perfection in just 10 minutes. To finish, a fresh, lemon-dressed spinach or arugula salad is layered on top, adding the perfect balance of zesty brightness to every bite. Quick, easy, and ready in under 20 minutes, this recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or casual entertaining. Perfect as an entrée or appetizer, these homemade pita pizzas are a healthy and delicious way to enjoy Greek flavors in every slice! Keywords: Greek pita pizzas, easy Mediterranean recipes, quick healthy dinners, vegetarian pizza ideas.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Pita bread (whole wheat or regular)
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 small Cucumber, diced
- 0.5 cup Kalamata olives, sliced
- 0.25 cup Red onion, thinly sliced
- 0.5 cup Feta cheese, crumbled
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 1 cup Baby spinach or arugula
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Place a sheet of parchment paper on a large baking sheet.
Brush each piece of pita bread lightly with olive oil and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
In a small bowl, combine the minced garlic and remaining olive oil. Brush this mixture evenly over the surface of each pita bread.
Distribute the halved cherry tomatoes, cucumber, sliced olives, and red onion evenly over the pitas.
Sprinkle feta cheese and dried oregano over the toppings for added flavor.
Place the baking sheet in the oven and bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges of the pita are crisp and golden.
While the pita pizzas are baking, toss the baby spinach or arugula with lemon juice, salt, and black pepper in a medium bowl.
Remove the pita pizzas from the oven and allow them to cool for 1-2 minutes. Top each pizza with the dressed baby spinach or arugula.
Cut the pita pizzas into quarters and serve immediately. Enjoy your Greek-style pita pizzas!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1579 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 84.3 g | 108% | |
| Saturated Fat | 26.3 g | 132% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 100 mg | 33% | |
| Sodium | 5649 mg | 246% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 173.0 g | 63% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.7 g | 74% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.5 g | ||
| Protein | 45.0 g | 90% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 821 mg | 63% | |
| Iron | 13.3 mg | 74% | |
| Potassium | 1256 mg | 27% | |
*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.
