Pizza Mediterranea Recipe Guide

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Course Main Course

Cuisine Italian

Equipment

• Equipment Needed
• Large mixing bowl
• Clean kitchen towel
• Rolling Pin
• Pizza stone or baking sheet
• Oven
• Pastry brush

Ingredients

  

• Ingredients
• For the dough:
• 3 ½ cups 450g all-purpose flour
• 1 packet 7g instant yeast
• 1 tsp sugar
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 ¼ cups 300ml warm water
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• For the toppings:
• 1 cup 200g mozzarella, shredded
• ½ cup 100g stracchino cheese (or substitute with cream cheese)
• 1 cup 150g cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 cup 50g arugula (rucola)
• 2 tbsp grated Parmesan Grana Padano
• Olive oil for drizzling

Instructions

 

• Method
• Step 1: Prepare the Dough
• Activate the yeast: In a small bowl, mix warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for 5 minutes until foamy.
• Mix the dry ingredients: In a large bowl, combine flour and salt. Make a well in the center and pour in the yeast mixture and olive oil.
• Knead the dough: Mix until a sticky dough forms. Transfer to a floured surface and knead for 8–10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
• Let it rise: Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a kitchen towel, and let it rise for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
• Step 2: Preheat the Oven
• Preheat your oven to 500°F (260°C) and place a pizza stone or baking sheet inside to heat up.
• Step 3: Assemble the Pizza
• Shape the dough: Once the dough has risen, punch it down and divide it into two portions. Roll out one portion into a 12-inch circle.
• Add the base toppings: Spread mozzarella evenly over the dough, leaving a ½-inch border. Add small dollops of stracchino cheese.
• Layer the vegetables: Scatter cherry tomatoes across the pizza.
• Step 4: Bake the Pizza
• Transfer the pizza to the hot stone or sheet and bake for 12–15 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly.
• Step 5: Add Fresh Toppings
• Remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool for 5 minutes.
• Top with fresh arugula and a sprinkle of grated Parmesan. Drizzle with olive oil before serving.
• Variations and Tips
• Gluten-Free: Use gluten-free all-purpose flour and add 1 tsp xanthan gum to help with elasticity.
• Vegan Option: Substitute mozzarella and stracchino with vegan cheese alternatives. Omit Parmesan or use nutritional yeast.
• Extra Protein: Add sliced grilled chicken or prosciutto.
• Spicy Kick: Sprinkle red pepper flakes or drizzle chili oil before serving.
• Seasonal Twists: Try adding sun-dried tomatoes, artichoke hearts, or roasted bell peppers.

Keyword Mediterranea, Pizza

Toped with mozzarella, stracchino, cherry tomatoes, arugula, and Parmesan. Pizza Mediterranea is a delightful and flavorful Italian pizza that showcases the best of Mediterranean ingredients. From my own personal experience, this recipe brings together a perfect balance of creamy, tangy, and fresh flavors. Let me show you how I make this vibrant dish in a way that’s easy for beginners and delicious for everyone.

Notes on What to Expect

Pizza Mediterranea is all about freshness and balance. The mozzarella and stracchino create a creamy base, while the cherry tomatoes burst with sweetness. The arugula adds a peppery crunch, and the Parmesan provides a nutty finish. Expect a crispy, chewy crust with a rich and flavorful topping.

Details

• Prep Time: 20 minutes
• Cook Time: 12–15 minutes
• Time to Stand: 10 minutes
• Total Time: 45 minutes
• Ease of Cooking: Beginner-friendly
• Servings: 4
• Calories: ~320 kcal per slice (8 slices total)
• Cost of Ingredients: Moderate ($12–$15 total)
• Cuisine: Italian
• Course: Main

Ingredients

For the dough:

• 3 ½ cups (450g) all-purpose flour
• 1 packet (7g) instant yeast
• 1 tsp sugar
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 ¼ cups (300ml) warm water
• 2 tbsp olive oil

For the toppings:

• 1 cup (200g) mozzarella, shredded
• ½ cup (100g) stracchino cheese (or substitute with cream cheese)
• 1 cup (150g) cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 cup (50g) arugula (rucola)
• 2 tbsp grated Parmesan (Grana Padano)
• Olive oil for drizzling
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Equipment Needed

• Large mixing bowl
• Clean kitchen towel
• Rolling pin
• Pizza stone or baking sheet
• Oven
• Pastry brush
• > Go here to buy the must-have equipment and ingredients for creating a Savory  #Mediterranea pizza  now.

Method

Step 1: Prepare the Dough

1. Activate the yeast: In a small bowl, mix warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for 5 minutes until foamy.
2. Mix the dry ingredients: In a large bowl, combine flour and salt. Make a well in the center and pour in the yeast mixture and olive oil.
3. Knead the dough: Mix until a sticky dough forms. Transfer to a floured surface and knead for 8–10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
4. Let it rise: Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a kitchen towel, and let it rise for 1 hour or until doubled in size.

Step 2: Preheat the Oven

• Preheat your oven to 500°F (260°C) and place a pizza stone or baking sheet inside to heat up.

Step 3: Assemble the Pizza

1. Shape the dough: Once the dough has risen, punch it down and divide it into two portions. Roll out one portion into a 12-inch circle.
2. Add the base toppings: Spread mozzarella evenly over the dough, leaving a ½-inch border. Add small dollops of stracchino cheese.
3. Layer the vegetables: Scatter cherry tomatoes across the pizza.

Step 4: Bake the Pizza

1. Transfer the pizza to the hot stone or sheet and bake for 12–15 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly.

Step 5: Add Fresh Toppings

1. Remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool for 5 minutes.
2. Top with fresh arugula and a sprinkle of grated Parmesan. Drizzle with olive oil before serving.

Variations and Tips

• Gluten-Free: Use gluten-free all-purpose flour and add 1 tsp xanthan gum to help with elasticity.
• Vegan Option: Substitute mozzarella and stracchino with vegan cheese alternatives. Omit Parmesan or use nutritional yeast.
• Extra Protein: Add sliced grilled chicken or prosciutto.
• Spicy Kick: Sprinkle red pepper flakes or drizzle chili oil before serving.
• Seasonal Twists: Try adding sun-dried tomatoes, artichoke hearts, or roasted bell peppers.
• > Go here to buy the must-have equipment and ingredients for creating a Savory  #Mediterranea pizza  now.

Nutritional Information (Per Slice)

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 12g
• Carbohydrates: 40g
• Fat: 12g
• Fiber: 2g
• Sodium: 400mg

Closing 

I hope this guide has made making Pizza Mediterranea seem a little less daunting! Have you tried it before, or do you have your own variations? Please, be honest, and let me know in the comments below. I love hearing feedback from real people like you, so please leave your honest comment! 😊