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Gyro Pizza

Gyro Pizza: A Flavor-Packed Mediterranean Marvel at Home

Gyro Pizza combines homemade pizza with zesty Mediterranean flavors for a delightful twist on dinner.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Dough Rising Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 50 minutes
Servings: 4 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour or whole wheat for a healthier option
  • 2 teaspoons quick rise yeast or instant yeast
  • 1 teaspoon salt sea salt can be used
  • 1 cup warm water approx. 110°F
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or melted butter
For the Tzatziki
  • 1 cup plain Greek yogurt non-dairy yogurt for vegan option
  • 2 tablespoons Greek marinade store-bought or homemade
  • 1 clove garlic minced; garlic powder can substitute
  • 2 tablespoons fresh dill fresh mint is an alternative
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice vinegar can be used as replacement
For the Toppings
  • 1 cup gyo meat chopped, grilled chicken or lamb are options
  • 1 medium red onion or shallot sliced; sweet onion can substitute
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes sliced
  • 1 medium red/orange bell pepper sliced; green peppers can reduce sweetness
  • 1 cup artichoke hearts sliced
  • 1 cup portabella mushrooms chopped; cremini or button mushrooms may substitute
  • 1 cup English cucumber sliced for topping
  • to taste salt & pepper

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • pizza stone
  • Pizza Peel

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a small bowl, combine warm water and quick-rise yeast, letting it sit for 10 minutes until frothy.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour and salt, then create a well in the center. Add the yeast mixture and olive oil, mixing until a shaggy dough forms.
  3. Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 10 minutes until smooth, then let it rise in a covered bowl for 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
  4. While the dough rises, preheat oven with a pizza stone placed on the middle rack for 30 minutes on high broil.
  5. After broiling, reduce oven temperature to 375°F.
  6. Slice cherry tomatoes and artichoke hearts, toss them in a bowl with olive oil, salt, and parsley, spread them on a baking sheet, and roast for 10-15 minutes.
  7. In a medium bowl, combine Greek yogurt, minced garlic, fresh dill, and lemon juice, mixing until smooth. Cover and refrigerate.
  8. Once the dough has risen, punch it down, shape it into a disk about 1-inch thick, cover, and let it rest for another 10-30 minutes.
  9. Roll out the dough into a large round shape, transfer it onto a pizza peel or baking sheet, spreading a layer of Greek marinade and tzatziki, then layer roasted toppings and gyro meat.
  10. Slide the assembled Gyro Pizza onto the preheated pizza stone and bake for 10-15 minutes until crust is golden brown and cheese is bubbly.
  11. Let it cool slightly before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 15gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 220mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For the best taste, serve fresh out of the oven. Leftovers can lose their crispy texture over time.

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