Greek Mozzarella Pizza Recipe
Make Greek Mozzarella Pizza Recipe in just 1h 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Dough
Toppings
Method
Dough Preparation
- 1
Activate the Yeast
In a small bowl, combine warm water (3 ml) with sugar (1 tsp) and active dry yeast (1 tsp). Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until it becomes frothy.
- 2
Mix the Dough
In a large mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour (2 cups) and salt (1 tsp). Make a well in the center and add the activated yeast mixture and olive oil (2 tbs).
- 3
Knead the Dough
Mix the ingredients until a dough starts to form. Transfer to a floured surface and knead for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- 4
Let it Rise
Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
Pizza Assembly
- 5
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C).
- 6
Shape the Dough
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and transfer it to a floured surface. Roll it out into a 12-inch round pizza crust.
- 7
Add the Cheese
Spread the shredded mozzarella cheese (2 cups) evenly over the surface of the dough.
- 8
Layer the Toppings
Top the mozzarella with crumbled feta cheese (1 cup), halved cherry tomatoes (1 cup), sliced Kalamata olives (1 cup), and thinly sliced red onion (1 medium).
- 9
Season and Drizzle
Sprinkle fresh oregano leaves (2 tbs) over the toppings and drizzle with olive oil (2 tbs).
- 10
Bake the Pizza
Transfer the pizza to a baking sheet or pizza stone and bake in the preheated oven for about 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly.
- 11
Serve
Remove from the oven, let it cool for a few minutes, slice, and serve warm.