Mediterranean Veggie Pizza

This Mediterranean Veggie Pizza combines the traditional flavors of Italian pizza with a creative twist, featuring fresh vegetables and a zesty pesto sauce. The crispy crust is topped with a delightful blend of roasted red peppers, artichokes, olives, and feta cheese, providing a savory and satisfying meal that's perfect for any pizza lover. Suitable for vegetarians, it's a wholesome option that balances classic and contemporary elements.

Ingredients:

• 1 pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
• 1/2 cup pesto sauce
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1/2 cup roasted red peppers, sliced
• 1/2 cup artichoke hearts, quartered
• 1/4 cup black olives, sliced
• 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
• 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 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 and transfer it to a baking sheet or pizza stone.
3. Spread the pesto sauce evenly over the rolled-out dough, leaving a small border for the crust.
4. Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese generously over the pesto.
5. Arrange the roasted red peppers, artichoke hearts, and black olives on top of the cheese.
6. Sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese and red pepper flakes (if using) over the vegetables.
7. Drizzle olive oil over the pizza for added flavor.
8. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly.
9. Remove from the oven, garnish with fresh basil leaves, slice, and serve hot.