Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 pre-made pizza crust
- 1/2 cup of hummus
- 1/2 cup of tzatziki sauce
- 1/2 cup of sliced red onion
- 1/2 cup of sliced tomatoes
- 1/2 cup of sliced cucumber
- 1/2 cup of sliced bell peppers
- 1/2 cup of sliced chicken shawarma
- 1/2 cup of crumbled feta cheese
- 1/4 cup of chopped parsley
Special equipment needed:
- Pizza stone or baking sheet
- Pizza cutter
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Preheat the oven to 425°F.
2. Spread the hummus evenly over the pizza crust, leaving a small border around the edge.
3. Spread the tzatziki sauce over the hummus.
4. Add the sliced red onion, tomatoes, cucumber, and bell peppers on top of the sauces.
5. Add the sliced chicken shawarma on top of the vegetables.
6. Sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese over the pizza.
7. Bake the pizza for 12-15 minutes or until the crust is golden brown.
8. Remove the pizza from the oven and sprinkle the chopped parsley over the top.
9. Let the pizza cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.
Time:
Preparation time: 15 minutes
Cooking time: 12-15 minutes
Temperature:
425°F
Serving size:
4-6 servings
Nutritional information:
Calories: 350
Fat: 12g
Carbohydrates: 42g
Protein: 18g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Use pita bread instead of pizza crust
- Use lamb shawarma instead of chicken shawarma
- Use goat cheese instead of feta cheese
Variations:
- Add sliced olives or artichoke hearts
- Use a garlic and herb sauce instead of tzatziki sauce
- Add a sprinkle of za'atar seasoning on top
Tips and tricks:
- Preheat the pizza stone or baking sheet in the oven before adding the pizza for a crispy crust.
- Use a store-bought pizza crust for a quick and easy meal.
- Make extra hummus and tzatziki sauce for dipping.
Storage instructions:
Store any leftover pizza in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
Reheat the pizza in the oven at 350°F for 10-15 minutes or until heated through.
Presentation ideas:
Serve the pizza on a wooden cutting board with a side of extra hummus and tzatziki sauce for dipping.
Garnishes:
Sprinkle extra chopped parsley or a drizzle of olive oil on top.
Pairings:
Serve with a side salad or roasted vegetables.
Suggested side dishes:
- Greek salad
- Roasted vegetables
- Garlic bread
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the crust is not crispy enough, try baking the pizza for a few extra minutes.
- If the toppings are not cooked through, try pre-cooking them before adding them to the pizza.
Food safety advice:
Make sure to cook the chicken shawarma to an internal temperature of 165°F before adding it to the pizza.
Food history:
Shawarma is a Middle Eastern dish made of marinated meat that is cooked on a spit and shaved off in thin slices.
Flavor profiles:
This pizza has a Mediterranean flavor profile with the hummus, tzatziki sauce, and feta cheese.
Serving suggestions:
Serve the pizza with a side of extra hummus and tzatziki sauce for dipping.
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