Mediterranean Veggie Pizza

This Mediterranean Veggie Pizza combines traditional pizza elements with vibrant Mediterranean flavors. Topped with creamy feta, sun-dried tomatoes, and fresh spinach, it offers a delightful balance of textures and tastes. Perfect for vegetarians, this recipe respects traditional pizza-making methods while introducing a creative twist with its Mediterranean flair.

Ingredients:

• 1 pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
• 1/2 cup marinara sauce
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
• 1/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
• 1 cup fresh spinach, roughly chopped
• 1/4 cup black olives, sliced
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh basil leaves for garnish

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C).
2. Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface to your desired thickness.
3. Transfer the rolled-out dough to a pizza stone or baking sheet.
4. Spread the marinara sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a small border around the edges.
5. Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese over the sauce.
6. In a bowl, mix together the sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, black olives, oregano, garlic powder, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
7. Distribute the veggie mixture evenly over the cheese.
8. Crumble the feta cheese on top.
9. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly.
10. Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before slicing.
11. Garnish with fresh basil leaves before serving.