Ingredients and Weight:
- Pizza dough: 250g (available in supermarkets)
- Feta cheese: 100g (crumbled)
- Fresh tomatoes: 250g (sliced)
- Kalamata olives: 50g (pitted and sliced)
- Fresh oregano or basil: 2 tbsp (chopped)
- Extra virgin olive oil: 3 tbsp
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Pizza sauce or tomato paste: 2 tbsp (optional)
Preparation Time: 30 minutes
Cooking Time: 15-20 minutes
Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 425°F or as per your pizza dough instructions.
- Roll out the pizza dough onto a baking sheet or pizza stone. If using a baking sheet, make sure it's lightly greased with olive oil.
- Spread the pizza sauce or tomato paste evenly over the dough, leaving a border around the edges.
- Top the pizza with the crumbled feta cheese, followed by the sliced tomatoes and olives.
- Sprinkle with chopped oregano or basil.
- Drizzle the pizza with olive oil and season with salt and pepper as desired.
- Place the pizza in the preheated oven and bake until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbling, about 15-20 minutes.
- Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before slicing and serving.
Nutritional Information: (Per serving based on 8 slices)
Calories: ~300 calories (depending on ingredients used)
Fat: ~16g
Carbohydrates: ~30g
Protein: ~12g
Fiber: ~3g (based on ingredients listed)
Dish Characteristics:
- A fusion of Greek flavors with a pizza base, offering a unique and delicious experience.
- The combination of feta cheese, tomatoes, and olives creates a rich and savory taste.
- The oregano or basil adds a fresh herbal note to the dish.
- A great dish for those who enjoy pizza but want to try something different.
User Comments:
- "This is an excellent blend of Greek flavors on a pizza! The feta cheese was a great addition."
- "The combination of tomatoes and olives made this pizza very juicy and tasty."
- "I loved the fresh oregano on top, it gave it a great aroma."
- "The crust was perfectly cooked, not too thin and not too thick."
- "This is a great dish for a casual dinner party, everyone loved it!"
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Make sure to use good quality ingredients for best results (e.g., fresh herbs, good quality olive oil).
- Adjust the seasoning according to your preference, especially salt and pepper to balance the flavors.
- If you want to add more protein, you can consider adding thinly sliced chicken or shrimp on top before baking.
