Description
This unique pizza offers a delightful fusion of Mediterranean flavors on a crisp, golden crust. A creamy, herbaceous tzatziki sauce forms the base, providing a refreshing counterpoint to savory slices of seasoned gyro meat. Vibrant roasted cherry tomatoes, sweet yellow bell peppers, and sharp red onions add layers of texture and taste, all finished with crumbles of tangy feta cheese and a sprinkle of aromatic herbs. Baked to perfection, each slice delivers a harmonious blend of fresh, savory, and tangy notes.
Ingredients
- For the Pizza:
- * 1 pound pizza dough, store-bought or homemade
- * 1 tablespoon olive oil, plus more for drizzling
- * 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano or za'atar
- * 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
- * 1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion
- * 1/4 cup thinly sliced yellow bell pepper
- * 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- * 6 ounces pre-cooked gyro meat (beef or lamb), thinly sliced
- * Optional: 1 teaspoon nigella seeds or sesame seeds for crust
- For the Tzatziki Sauce:
- * 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- * 1/2 cup grated cucumber, squeezed dry
- * 1 clove garlic, minced
- * 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
- * 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- * 1 tablespoon olive oil
- * 1/4 teaspoon salt
- * Pinch of black pepper
Instructions
- Prepare Tzatziki Sauce: In a medium bowl, combine Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, minced garlic, fresh dill, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Stir well and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C) with a pizza stone or baking sheet inside, if using, for at least 20 minutes.
- Prepare Toppings: If using fresh gyro meat, cook it according to package directions or pan-fry until lightly browned. Set aside. In a small bowl, toss the halved cherry tomatoes with a drizzle of olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Assemble Pizza: On a lightly floured surface, stretch or roll out the pizza dough into a 12-14 inch round. Carefully transfer the dough to a piece of parchment paper or or directly onto a preheated pizza peel dusted with cornmeal.
- Add Sauce and Toppings: Spread the prepared tzatziki sauce evenly over the pizza dough, leaving a 1-inch border for the crust. Arrange the sliced gyro meat, red onion, yellow bell pepper, and cherry tomatoes over the sauce. Sprinkle with crumbled feta cheese and dried oregano or za'atar. Drizzle the crust with a little olive oil and sprinkle with nigella or sesame seeds, if desired.
- Bake: Carefully slide the pizza onto the preheated pizza stone or baking sheet. Bake for 12-18 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the toppings are heated through and slightly caramelized.
- Serve: Remove from the oven, let cool for a few minutes, then slice and serve immediately.
Notes
* For best flavor, prepare the tzatziki sauce a few hours ahead of time.
* Ensure the grated cucumber is thoroughly squeezed dry to prevent a watery sauce.
* A preheated pizza stone or steel will give you a crispier crust.
* Feel free to adjust the amount of garlic and dill in the tzatziki to your preference.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 450
- Fat: 18g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Protein: 28g