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Mediterranean vegetable focaccia served
Fresh, delicious focaccia, perfect side dish or light meal

Mediterranean Vegetable Focaccia

Author: Flavelo
Recipes Vegetarian & Vegan Dishes Side Dishes
This focaccia is like a canvas: the white dough is decorated with colorful vegetables, and the flavor is completed by salty cheese and fragrant oregano. The thick, airy dough crisps up on the bottom in olive oil, while the top remains soft, absorbing the flavors of tomato and olives. Perfect for entertaining or a light dinner.
🕒 Prep Time 30 mins
🍳 Cook Time 25 mins
⌛ Total Time 2 hrs 10 mins
🍽️ Servings 8 servings
🔥 Calories 280 kcal
🌍 Cuisine Mediterranean

Ingredients

Equipment Needed

  • Large mixing bowl
  • Baking sheet (approx. 12x16 inch)
  • Brush (for oiling)

Allergen Information

⚠️ Wheat
⚠️ Milk

Instructions

1 ✓

Proof the yeast in warm water with sugar for 10 minutes.

Tip: If the water is too cold, the process will be very slow.
2 ✓

Mix flour with salt and oregano. Add yeast water and 2 Tbsp oil. Knead a soft dough.

Tip: The dough should be stickier than bread dough – this is the secret to the airy crumb (high hydration).
3 ✓

Let rise for 1 hour in a warm place until doubled.

Tip: Oil the bowl so it doesn't stick.
4 ✓

Turn dough onto a generously oiled baking sheet. Stretch it into the corners with oily hands.

Tip: Don't use a rolling pin! Work with your fingers to avoid pushing out the gas bubbles.
5 ✓

Press halved tomatoes and sliced olives into the dough. Sprinkle with Parmesan. Rest for 15 minutes while the oven heats up.

Tip: During resting, the dough rises again around the vegetables.
6 ✓

Bake at 425°F (220°C) for 20-25 minutes. When done, sprinkle with fresh basil.

Tip: High heat is needed for sudden rising (oven spring).

Recipe FAQ

Why didn't the dough get bubbly?
Either you didn't let it rise enough, or you used too little water. Focaccia dough should be soft, almost runny, for big bubbles.

Ingredients

  • 4 cups All-Purpose Flour (or Bread Flour)
  • 1 packet Active Dry Yeast
  • 1 1/4 cups Warm Water
  • 2 Tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil (plus more for pan)
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1 tsp Sugar
  • 2 tsp Dried Oregano
  • 1/2 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese
  • 10 whole Cherry Tomatoes
  • 1/4 cup Pitted Green Olives
  • 5 leaves Fresh Basil