- 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.
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.
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
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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
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