Description
This Greek Roasted Garlic Spinach White Pizza offers a delightful combination of creamy cheeses, vibrant spinach, and aromatic roasted garlic on a crisp pizza crust. Perfect for a flavorful and easy meal, it blends Mediterranean ingredients like feta and fresh basil for an authentic touch.
Ingredients
Scale
Pizza Base
- 1 pre-made pizza crust (store-bought or homemade)
Vegetables and Herbs
- 1 cup fresh spinach, chopped
- 1 medium head of garlic
- Fresh basil leaves for garnish
Cheeses
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- ½ cup feta cheese, crumbled
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Seasonings and Oils
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Roast the Garlic: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Slice the top off the head of garlic to expose the cloves, drizzle with 1 tablespoon olive oil, wrap in foil, and roast for about 30-35 minutes until soft and caramelized.
- Prepare the Spinach: While the garlic roasts, chop the fresh spinach and set aside. Once garlic is done, squeeze the roasted cloves out of their skins into a small bowl and mash them to a smooth paste.
- Assemble the Pizza: Place the pre-made pizza crust on a baking sheet or pizza stone. Spread the mashed roasted garlic evenly over the crust. Distribute the chopped spinach over the garlic layer. Dollop spoonfuls of ricotta cheese across the pizza, then sprinkle the shredded mozzarella, crumbled feta, and grated Parmesan evenly over the top.
- Add Seasonings: Sprinkle dried oregano, crushed red pepper flakes (if using), and salt and pepper to taste over the assembled pizza. Drizzle remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil over the top for a glossy finish.
- Bake the Pizza: Bake in the oven at 400°F (200°C) for 12-15 minutes or until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and starting to brown, and the crust is crisp.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove the pizza from the oven, garnish with fresh basil leaves, slice, and serve immediately for the best flavor and texture.
Notes
- For a crispier crust, pre-bake the pizza crust for 5 minutes before adding toppings.
- Adjust the amount of crushed red pepper flakes to control the spice level.
- Use fresh herbs when possible to enhance the flavor.
- Leftover pizza can be reheated in an oven or air fryer for best texture.
Keywords: Greek pizza, roasted garlic pizza, spinach pizza, white pizza, vegetarian pizza, Mediterranean pizza