Caprese Greek Pizza

Caprese Greek Pizza combines the classic flavors of a traditional Caprese salad with the bold, savory elements of Greek cuisine. This delightful vegetarian dish features a crispy crust topped with fresh tomatoes, creamy feta cheese, and fragrant basil, making it a perfect meal for pizza lovers.

Ingredients

• Pizza dough - 200 grams
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Fresh mozzarella cheese - 100 grams, sliced
• Feta cheese - 50 grams, crumbled
• Cherry tomatoes - 150 grams, halved
• Kalamata olives - 50 grams, pitted and sliced
• Fresh basil leaves - 10 grams
• Oregano - 1 teaspoon
• Balsamic glaze - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Preheat your oven to 220°C (428°F).
2. Roll out the pizza dough on a lightly floured surface to your desired thickness, typically about 1/4 inch thick.
3. Transfer the rolled-out dough to a baking sheet or pizza stone, and drizzle 1 tablespoon of olive oil over the surface, spreading it evenly with your hands.
4. Evenly distribute the sliced fresh mozzarella cheese over the dough, leaving space for the toppings.
5. Add the halved cherry tomatoes and sliced Kalamata olives on top of the mozzarella.
6. Sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese over the pizza, followed by the dried oregano, salt, and black pepper to taste.
7. Bake in the preheated oven for about 12-15 minutes or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbling.
8. Remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool for a minute. Drizzle with balsamic glaze and scatter fresh basil leaves on top before slicing.
9. Serve hot and enjoy your Caprese Greek Pizza!

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 15 g
• Carbs: 55 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 30 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 8 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in antioxidants from tomatoes and basil, which can help combat free radicals.
• Feta cheese provides calcium and protein, contributing to bone health.

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