If you're looking for a tantalizing blend of flavors that will transport your taste buds to the sun-kissed shores of Greece, look no further than this Greek pesto ricotta pizza recipe. This culinary masterpiece combines the freshness of basil and feta cheese with the tangy zest of lemon and the smooth creaminess of ricotta in a symphony of flavors. With every bite, you'll be greeted by a delightful dance of textures and a burst of Mediterranean aromas that will leave you craving for more.
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GREEK PIZZA
A light and flavorful pizza featuring feta, tomatoes, and spinach. I like to use a homemade whole wheat crust, rolled thin.
Provided by ESTEPHAN
Categories Main Dish Recipes Pizza Recipes
Time 45m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). If using a pizza stone, place in oven to preheat.
- Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet; cook and stir onion and garlic until tender, about 5 minutes. Add spinach and continue to cook and stir until all liquid has evaporated, 5 to 7 minutes. Remove from heat and season with basil, lemon juice, oregano, and pepper. Allow mixture to cool slightly.
- Unroll pizza dough on preheated pizza stone or a large baking sheet and brush with remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil. Spread spinach mixture over dough, leaving a small border at the edge of the pizza crust. Top with 1 cup mozzarella cheese.
- Press tomato slices into seasoned bread crumbs until coated; arrange tomatoes over pizza. Spread remaining 1 cup mozzarella cheese and feta cheese over tomatoes.
- Bake in preheated oven until pizza crust is golden brown and cheese is melted, about 15 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 609.4 calories, Carbohydrate 63.1 g, Cholesterol 61.3 mg, Fat 26.2 g, Fiber 4.1 g, Protein 30 g, SaturatedFat 11 g, Sodium 1531.2 mg, Sugar 10 g
INDIVIDUAL GREEK PITA PIZZAS
A quick, easy, and flavorful Mediterranean-style pizza, made with pita bread and topped with a lemon dressing.
Provided by Lela
Categories Main Dish Recipes Pizza Recipes
Time 30m
Yield 2
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
- Mix lemon juice, garlic powder, oregano, and basil in a bowl; whisk oil into lemon juice mixture until dressing is well blended. Brush about 1 tablespoon dressing over pita breads and arrange on baking sheet; reserve remaining dressing.
- Combine spinach, tomatoes, and olives in a large bowl. Pour remaining dressing over vegetables and toss to coat. Divide spinach mixture evenly over each pita; sprinkle with mozzarella cheese and feta cheese.
- Bake in the preheated oven until cheese is melted and pitas are lightly toasted, about 8 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 726.8 calories, Carbohydrate 38.5 g, Cholesterol 51.5 mg, Fat 56.2 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 19.4 g, SaturatedFat 14.5 g, Sodium 1369.8 mg, Sugar 3.4 g
GREEK PESTO RICOTTA PIZZA
This hearty pizza is an excellent vegetarian main dish for all palates. No one will believe how easy it is to create this gourmet tasting dish.
Provided by Southern Bette
Categories Vegetable
Time 27m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 425 degrees.
- Spread the pesto all over the crust of the pizza. Use extra pesto if desired.
- Drop the ricotta cheese in dollops all over the pizza.
- Sprinkle the mozzarella on top of the ricotta.
- Add the artichokes, sundried tomatoes, and mushrooms.
- Sprinkle the parmesan and walnuts on top.
- Finish with cracked black pepper.
- Bake in oven 10-12 minutes or until the crust is golden and cheese is melted. Cut into slices when it has cooled.
GRILLED PIZZA WITH RICOTTA AND PESTO
Provided by Michael Chiarello : Food Network
Categories appetizer
Time 20m
Yield 8 small pizzas
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Prepare a medium-hot fire in your grill, or heat a cast-iron grill pan over medium heat.
- Roll the pizza dough into 8 small pizzas, each about 1/8-inch thick and 3 inches round.
- Lightly brush both sides of the pizzas with oil. Grill the pizzas over medium heat until the first side is nicely browned and firm to the touch, 3 to 5 minutes. Turn the pizzas over on the grill. Spoon about 2 teaspoons of pesto on each pizza, spreading it to the edges. On top of each pizza, spoon 4 teaspoons of ricotta cheese, in little balls. Cook the pizzas until the ricotta just begins to melt, 3 to 5 minutes from the moment you turned the pizzas. Sprinkle Parmesan over the top of each pizza. Season with salt and freshly ground pepper. Serve warm.
GREEK PITA PIZZAS
Pita bread is the crust for these single-serving pizzas that get Mediterranean flair from olives, spinach and feta cheese. Breadsticks and a wedge of iceberg lettuce drizzled with salad dressing (pictured above right) make fine pizza partners. Or serve an appetizer of fresh vegetables with dip, then cap off the meal with lemon Italian ice.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 10m
Yield 2 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Brush pitas with 1 tablespoon oil. Place on a baking sheet. Broil 4 in. from the heat for 2 minutes. , Meanwhile, in a bowl, combine the olives, vinegar, garlic, oregano, basil, pepper and remaining oil. Spread over pitas; top with spinach, feta cheese, tomato and Parmesan cheese. Broil 3 minutes longer or until cheese is melted.
Nutrition Facts :
GREEK PESTO
This came out of Better Homes and Gardens Magazine, and it's just Yummy!! Even if you don't care for one of the ingredients, try it anyway! They all meld together in such a satisfying snack!
Provided by Wilmom
Categories Greek
Time 15m
Yield 1 3/4 cup, 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Peel garlic.
- Drain olives.
- Combine all ingredients in food processor bowl.
- Process till smooth, scraping sides as needed.
- Serve on toasted Italian bread, or other specialty-style bread, or crackers.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 394.8, Fat 38.7, SaturatedFat 9.8, Cholesterol 33.4, Sodium 990.6, Carbohydrate 7.4, Fiber 2.8, Sugar 1.7, Protein 7.1
HAM & RICOTTA PIZZAS WITH PESTO
This colourful, flavour-packed pizza is a great storecupboard supper with only five ingredients
Provided by Good Food team
Categories Dinner, Main course
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Heat oven to 220C/200C fan/gas 7. Place a flat baking sheet in the oven to heat up. Spread 2 tbsp tomato sauce on each pizza base. Carefully slide the bases onto the baking sheet and cook following pack instructions.
- Five mins before the cooking time is up, scatter over the ham, dot the ricotta on top in spoonfuls and continue cooking. Season and drizzle the pesto over each pizza.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 282 calories, Fat 7 grams fat, SaturatedFat 3 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 43 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 4 grams sugar, Fiber 1 grams fiber, Protein 13 grams protein, Sodium 1.51 milligram of sodium
GREEK ISLE PIZZA
I wanted to create a pizza that took its inspiration from the salads I enjoyed when I visited the Greek island of Corfu more than 20 years ago. It's so good and so easy to prepare. -Amanda Cooke, Los Angeles, California
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 6 slices.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Place crust on an ungreased 12-in. pizza pan; brush with oil from the sun-dried tomatoes. Set aside., In a small skillet, saute onion in olive oil until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Remove from the heat; stir in the rosemary, pepper and, if desired, lemon zest. Spread over crust. Top with spinach and tomatoes., Sprinkle with feta cheese and olives; top with mozzarella cheese. Bake at 425° for 10-12 minutes or until cheese is melted. Let stand for 10 minutes before cutting.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 328 calories, Fat 16g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 23mg cholesterol, Sodium 725mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 15g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
Tips:
- To make the Greek pesto, use fresh basil, oregano, and thyme.
- If you don't have ricotta cheese, you can substitute cottage cheese or cream cheese.
- For a vegetarian pizza, omit the chicken and add more vegetables, such as roasted red peppers or zucchini.
- To make the pizza ahead of time, prepare the dough and sauce up to 24 hours in advance. Store the dough in the refrigerator and the sauce in the freezer.
- When baking the pizza, preheat the oven to the highest temperature possible. This will help create a crispy crust.
Conclusion:
This Greek pesto ricotta pizza is a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for any occasion. With its flavorful Greek pesto sauce, creamy ricotta cheese, and crispy crust, this pizza is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy dinner idea, give this Greek pesto ricotta pizza a try. You won't be disappointed!
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