Description
This Zesty Pepperoncini Pizza is a Mediterranean-inspired masterpiece that balances heat, tang, and crunch. With the sweetness of red onions, the salty kick of feta cheese, and the vinegary pop of pepperoncini peppers, it is a low-stress, high-reward meal perfect for beginners and busy families alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
- 1/2 cup pizza sauce or crushed San Marzano tomatoes
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1.5 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/2 cup sliced pepperoncini peppers (drained well)
- 1/2 small red onion, very thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves (for garnish)
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Oven and Dough: Preheat oven to 475°F. If using a pizza stone, place it in the oven while heating. Let dough sit at room temperature for 30 minutes, then stretch on a floured surface to a 12-inch circle.
- Prepare the Toppings: Pat pepperoncini slices dry with a paper towel to prevent sogginess. Thinly slice the red onions.
- Assemble the Pizza: Spread a thin layer of sauce over the dough, leaving an inch for the crust. Layer with mozzarella, pepperoncinis, red onions, and crumbled feta. Sprinkle with oregano and a drizzle of olive oil on the crust.
- Bake: Bake for 12 to 15 minutes until the crust is deep golden brown and cheese is bubbling.
- Finish and Serve: Let rest for two minutes, garnish with fresh basil, slice, and serve.
Notes
Pat the pepperoncini slices very dry to avoid a soggy crust. Allow the dough to reach room temperature before stretching so it doesn’t bounce back. For a sweet and spicy twist, drizzle with hot honey before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/8th of pizza)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g