Greek Roasted Garlic Spinach White Pizza Recipe
This Greek Roasted Garlic Spinach White Pizza is a flavorful and vibrant main course featuring a crispy crust topped with a creamy roasted garlic and ricotta base, sautéed fresh spinach, a blend of mozzarella, feta, and Parmesan cheeses, and aromatic herbs. It combines Mediterranean flavors with an easy baking method perfect for an impressive yet simple meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Greek
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
Pizza Base
- 1 pre-made pizza crust (store-bought or homemade)
Roasted Garlic
- 1 medium head garlic
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (divided)
Toppings
- 1 cup fresh spinach, chopped
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (divided)
- ½ cup crumbled feta cheese
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh basil leaves for garnish
Instructions
- Roast the Garlic: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Slice off the top of the head of garlic to expose the cloves, drizzle with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, then wrap it tightly in aluminum foil. Roast the garlic in the oven for 30-35 minutes until soft and caramelized. Allow it to cool slightly, then squeeze the roasted cloves out of their skins into a bowl.
- Sauté the Spinach: Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped spinach and sauté for 2-3 minutes until wilted. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Remove from heat and set aside.
- Prepare the Garlic Ricotta Mixture: Mash the roasted garlic in the bowl with a fork until smooth. Add ricotta cheese, half of the shredded mozzarella, dried oregano, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Mix everything well to create a creamy spread.
- Assemble the Pizza: Spread the garlic-ricotta mixture evenly over the pre-made pizza crust. Distribute the sautéed spinach on top, then sprinkle with the remaining mozzarella cheese and crumbled feta cheese. If desired, sprinkle crushed red pepper flakes evenly across the pizza for some heat.
- Bake: Place the assembled pizza on a baking sheet or pizza stone and bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheeses are melted, bubbly, and slightly browned.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool for a couple of minutes. Garnish with fresh basil leaves, slice, and serve warm.
Notes
- Feel free to experiment with additional toppings such as kalamata olives or sun-dried tomatoes for extra Mediterranean flavor.
- For a crispier crust, prebake the pizza crust for 5 minutes before adding toppings.
- You can substitute fresh spinach with baby kale or arugula if preferred.
- Adjust the amount of crushed red pepper flakes according to your desired spice level.
- This pizza pairs well with a light Greek salad or a glass of chilled white wine.
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