Green Pizza with Pesto, Feta, Artichokes, and Broccoli

Green Pizza with Pesto, Feta, Artichokes, and Broccoli ๐Ÿ•๐ŸŒฟ

If you’re looking for a fresh and vibrant twist on traditional pizza, this Green Pizza with Pesto, Feta, Artichokes, and Broccoli is the perfect choice. Packed with nutritious greens and a flavorful homemade pesto, this pizza is as delicious as it is eye-catching. Whether you’re a vegetarian or simply looking to incorporate more veggies into your meals, this recipe is a must-try.

Ingredients

For the Basil-Spinach Pesto:

  • 1/4 cup chopped walnuts ๐ŸŒฐ
  • 2 cloves garlic ๐Ÿง„
  • 1 cup basil leaves, lightly packed ๐ŸŒฟ
  • 1 cup spinach leaves, lightly packed ๐ŸŒฑ
  • 1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese ๐Ÿง€
  • 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil ๐Ÿซ’
  • Salt ๐Ÿง‚
  • Pepper ๐Ÿง‚

For the Pizza and Toppings:

  • 2 heads broccoli (not bunches) ๐Ÿฅฆ
  • 1 lb pizza dough ๐Ÿž
  • Nonstick spray or olive oil ๐Ÿซ’
  • 1 (14 oz.) can quartered artichoke hearts, drained ๐Ÿซ™
  • 8 oz shredded mozzarella (about 2 cups) ๐Ÿง€
  • 1 cup crumbled feta ๐Ÿง€

Instructions

1๏ธโƒฃ Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 425ยฐF (220ยฐC). If your pizza dough has been refrigerated, remove it from the fridge to let it warm up slightly. ๐Ÿ”ฅ

2๏ธโƒฃ Prepare the Pesto:

  • Toast the walnuts: Add the walnuts to a small skillet over medium heat. Cook until lightly toasted, stirring often. Once toasted, remove from heat and let cool. ๐ŸŒฐ๐Ÿ”ฅ
  • Blend the ingredients: In a food processor, combine the toasted walnuts, garlic, basil, and spinach. Process until minced. ๐Ÿค–๐ŸŒฟ
  • Add cheese and oil: Add the Parmesan cheese, olive oil, and salt and pepper to taste. Continue processing until the mixture is completely smooth. Set the pesto aside. ๐Ÿง€๐Ÿซ’

3๏ธโƒฃ Prepare the Pizza:

  • Steam the broccoli: Cut the broccoli into small florets and place them in a microwaveable dish with a lid. ๐Ÿฅฆ๐Ÿ”ช Drizzle with a couple of tablespoons of water, cover, and microwave until just tender (about 3-4 minutes). Drain any excess water and set the broccoli aside to cool. ๐Ÿ’ง
  • Prepare the dough: Lightly coat a baking sheet with olive oil or cooking spray. (A tip: I usually spread the oil with a paper towel to ensure it’s evenly distributed and any excess is absorbed.) ๐Ÿซ’๐Ÿงป Place the pizza dough on the pan and press it out to the edges. If the dough pulls back, let it rest for a few minutes before pressing again. ๐Ÿž๐Ÿ‘

4๏ธโƒฃ Assemble the Pizza:

  • Add pesto: Spread a thin layer of the prepared pesto over the dough. Note that you will likely have pesto left over; I used about half for this recipe. ๐ŸŒฟ
  • Layer the toppings: Sprinkle 3/4 of the shredded mozzarella cheese over the pesto. ๐Ÿง€ Evenly distribute the steamed broccoli and drained artichoke hearts over the cheese. ๐Ÿฅฆ๐Ÿซ™ Top with the remaining mozzarella and finish with a sprinkle of crumbled feta. ๐Ÿง€๐Ÿง€

5๏ธโƒฃ Bake the Pizza:

  • Place the pizza in the preheated oven and bake for 25 to 35 minutes, or until the crust is browned and the cheese is lightly golden. โณ๐Ÿ”ฅ

6๏ธโƒฃ Serve:

  • Let the pizza cool slightly before cutting into slices. Serve immediately and enjoy the fresh, vibrant flavors of your Green Pizza! ๐Ÿ˜‹๐Ÿ•

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cooking Time: 25-35 minutes
Total Time: 45-55 minutes


This Green Pizza is not only visually stunning but also packed with flavors that will satisfy your pizza cravings while keeping things light and healthy. The combination of the basil-spinach pesto, tender broccoli, tangy artichokes, and creamy feta makes each bite a delightful experience. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or a weekend treat, this pizza is sure to become a favorite in your household. Happy cooking!

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Green Pizza with Pesto, Feta, Artichokes, and Broccoli ๐Ÿ•๐ŸŒฟ


  • Author: Dulcia
  • Total Time: 45-55 minutes

Ingredients

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For Basil-Spinach Pesto:

1/4 cup chopped walnuts ๐ŸŒฐ
2 cloves garlic ๐Ÿง„
1 cup basil leaves, lightly packed ๐ŸŒฟ
1 cup spinach leaves, lightly packed ๐ŸŒฑ
1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese ๐Ÿง€
1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil ๐Ÿซ’
Salt ๐Ÿง‚
Pepper ๐Ÿง‚
For Pizza and Toppings:

2 heads broccoli (not bunches) ๐Ÿฅฆ
1 lb pizza dough ๐Ÿž
Nonstick spray or olive oil ๐Ÿซ’
1 (14 oz.) can quartered artichoke hearts, drained ๐Ÿซ™
8 oz shredded mozzarella (about 2 cups) ๐Ÿง€
1 cup crumbled feta ๐Ÿง€


Instructions

1๏ธโƒฃ Preheat oven to 425ยฐF (220ยฐC). If pizza dough has been refrigerated, remove it from the fridge to warm up a bit. ๐Ÿ”ฅ

2๏ธโƒฃ Prepare pesto:

Add walnuts to a small skillet over medium heat and cook until lightly toasted, stirring often. Let cool. ๐ŸŒฐ๐Ÿ”ฅ
Combine walnuts, garlic, basil, and spinach in a food processor; process until minced. ๐Ÿค–๐ŸŒฟ
Add Parmesan, olive oil, and salt and pepper to taste. Process until completely smooth. Set aside. ๐Ÿง€๐Ÿซ’
3๏ธโƒฃ Prepare pizza:

Cut broccoli into small florets and place in a microwaveable dish with a lid. ๐Ÿฅฆ๐Ÿ”ช
Drizzle with a couple tablespoons water, cover, and microwave until just tender (about 3-4 minutes). Drain water from broccoli and set aside to cool. ๐Ÿ’ง
Meanwhile, lightly coat a baking sheet with olive oil or cooking spray. (I usually put a little oil on the pan, then spread it with a paper towel. That way the oil is distributed evenly, and the paper towel soaks up any excess oil.) ๐Ÿซ’๐Ÿงป
Place pizza dough on pan and press to the edges of the pan. (If the dough draws back from the edges, let it rest for a few minutes and then press again. Repeat until dough is relaxed and covers the entire pan.) ๐Ÿž๐Ÿ‘
4๏ธโƒฃ Assemble pizza:

Top dough with a thin layer of pesto. (You will have pesto left over; I only used about half.) ๐ŸŒฟ
Sprinkle 3/4 of the mozzarella cheese over the pesto. ๐Ÿง€
Evenly distribute broccoli and artichokes over cheese. ๐Ÿฅฆ๐Ÿซ™
Top with remaining mozzarella and then sprinkle with feta. ๐Ÿง€๐Ÿง€
5๏ธโƒฃ Bake the pizza:

Bake pizza for 25 to 35 minutes, or until crust is browned and cheese is lightly golden. โณ๐Ÿ”ฅ
6๏ธโƒฃ Serve:

Let cool slightly, then cut and serve immediately. Enjoy! ๐Ÿ˜‹๐Ÿ•

  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25-35 minutes
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