Mediterranean Pizzas

Pizza originated in Naples, Italy, but it was the Mediterranean region that popularized the use of fresh vegetables and herbs as pizza toppings.

This is vegetarian and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 40 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 11.

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Mediterranean Pizzas

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: Italian, Mediterranean Courses: Appetizer, Lunch, Main Course Recipe Keys: High Protein Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 15 min Rest Time 5 min Total Time 40 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1400

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 16 ounce Pizza dough
• 1 cup Tomato sauce
• 1 cup Mozzarella cheese
• 1 medium Red bell pepper
• 1 small Red onion
• 4 ounce Kalamata olives
• 2 ounce Feta cheese
• 2 tablespoon Fresh basil leaves
• 2 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 450°F (230°C).
2. Roll out the pizza dough into desired shape and thickness.
3. Spread tomato sauce evenly over the dough.
4. Top with mozzarella cheese, sliced red bell pepper, thinly sliced red onion, and kalamata olives.
5. Crumble feta cheese over the toppings.
6. Drizzle olive oil over the pizza.
7. Season with salt and black pepper.
8. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
9. Remove from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes.
10. Garnish with fresh basil leaves.
11. Slice and serve hot.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 350kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 15g24%

Total Carbohydrate 40g14%

Sugars 5g

Protein 12g24%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.