Mediterranean Artichoke and Olive Pizza

This pizza is the essence of Mediterranean diet: heart-healthy, sun-ripened ingredients. Earthy artichoke, salty olives, and sweet tomato form perfect harmony. A vegetarian dish not about lack of meat, but richness of vegetables. Light, summery, full of flavor.
🕒 Prep Time 20 mins
🍳 Cook Time 15 mins
Total Time 1 hr 35 mins
🍽️ Servings 4 servings
🔥 Calories 980 kcal
🌍 Cuisine Italian

Ingredients

Equipment Needed

  • Strainer - for draining artichokes
  • Baking sheet

Allergen Information

⚠️ Wheat
⚠️ Milk

Instructions

1

Make dough: flour, salt, yeast, water, oil. Knead, rise 1 hour.

Tip: Let dough rest.
2

Drain artichokes and quarter them. Slice tomato and olives.

Tip: Moisture is enemy of crispy pizza, drain everything well.
3

Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Roll out dough.

Tip: Roll into circle.
4

Spread tomato sauce, sprinkle oregano and crushed garlic.

Tip: Base seasoning is important.
5

Top with mozzarella, then arrange artichoke, tomato, and olives.

Tip: Make it colorful and appetizing.
6

Bake 12-15 minutes until cheese flows and crust is golden.

Tip: Vegetables shrink slightly during baking.
7

Sprinkle with fresh basil and parmesan to serve.

Tip: Salty parmesan highlights vegetables.

Recipe FAQ

Fresh or canned artichoke?
Canned (or marinated) hearts are more convenient and perfect here. Marinated adds extra flavor.
Taste is a bit sour from artichoke.
Canned artichokes often contain citric acid. Rinse under water before use if acidity bothers you.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb Flour
  • 1 packet Active Dry Yeast
  • 1 1/4 cups Warm Water
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 3/4 cup Tomato Sauce
  • 7 oz Mozzarella Cheese
  • 2 oz Parmesan Cheese
  • 2 oz Black Olives
  • 2 oz Green Olives
  • 5 oz Artichoke Hearts (canned)
  • 2 pcs Fresh Tomato
  • 2 cloves Garlic
  • 1 tbsp Fresh Basil
  • 1 tsp Dried Oregano
  • 1 tsp Black Pepper