Servings: 2 large pizzas (or 1 extra large)

Prep Time: 20 minutes (plus dough rising time if making from scratch)

Cook Time: 12–15 minutes

🌾 INGREDIENTS

Pizza Dough (homemade or store-bought)

  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup warm water
  • 2¼ tsp active dry yeast
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • 1 tsp sea salt

(You may skip this and use a ready-made dough.)

White Garlic Sauce (Mediterranean Style)

  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • ⅓ cup heavy cream or whole milk
  • ⅓ cup ricotta cheese or Greek yogurt
  • 2 tbsp grated Parmesan
  • ½ tsp dried oregano
  • ½ tsp dried basil
  • Pinch of black pepper
  • Pinch of salt

Toppings

  • 2–3 cups fresh spinach leaves
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1 cup provolone or kasseri cheese, shredded
  • ¼ cup Parmesan or pecorino, finely grated
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • Optional: red pepper flakes, dried thyme, or sesame seeds

Fresh Garnish

  • Fresh basil or parsley
  • Olive oil drizzle

🍳 DIRECTIONS

STEP 1: MAKE THE DOUGH (IF HOMEMADE)

  1. In a small bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for 5–10 minutes until foamy.
  2. In a large bowl, mix flour and salt.
  3. Pour in yeast mixture and olive oil.
  4. Stir until a rough dough forms, then knead for 8–10 minutes until smooth.
  5. Place in a lightly oiled bowl, cover, and let rise 1 hour or until doubled.

STEP 2: PREPARE THE WHITE GARLIC SAUCE

  1. Heat olive oil in a small pan over low heat.
  2. Add minced garlic and cook gently until fragrant (don’t brown).
  3. Stir in cream (or milk), ricotta (or yogurt), Parmesan, and herbs.
  4. Cook 2–3 minutes until slightly thickened.
  5. Season with salt and pepper.
  6. Remove from heat and cool slightly.

This creates a creamy, Mediterranean-style white base.

STEP 3: PREPARE THE SPINACH

You can use it fresh, but lightly wilting it improves texture.

Method:

  1. Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a skillet.
  2. Add spinach and cook 30–40 seconds until just wilted.
  3. Remove and let drain briefly on paper towels.

STEP 4: ASSEMBLE THE PIZZA

  1. Preheat the oven to 475°F (245°C).
  2. Stretch dough onto a parchment-lined baking sheet or pizza stone.
  3. Spread the garlic white sauce evenly over the surface.
  4. Distribute wilted (or fresh) spinach leaves.
  5. Add cheeses in this order:
    • Mozzarella
    • Provolone or kasseri
    • Parmesan or pecorino
  6. Optional: Sprinkle herbs or red pepper flakes.

STEP 5: BAKE

  1. Place pizza in the oven and bake 12–15 minutes, or until:
    • Crust is golden and crisp
    • Cheese is bubbling and lightly browned
    • Spinach is glossy and tender
  2. Let rest 3 minutes before slicing.

STEP 6: FINISHING TOUCHES

  • Drizzle olive oil on top
  • Add fresh basil or parsley
  • Sprinkle extra Parmesan

🍽️ SERVING IDEAS

  • Serve with a Mediterranean tomato & cucumber salad
  • Pair with tzatziki or garlic yogurt dipping sauce
  • Add olives, roasted peppers, or marinated artichokes on the side

🔄 VARIATIONS

Mediterranean Lemon-Spinach Pizza

Add:

  • Zest of 1 lemon
  • A drizzle of lemon olive oil after baking

Greek-Style Spinach Pizza

Add:

  • Crumbled feta
  • Kalamata olives
  • Oregano

Protein Add-Ons

  • Grilled chicken
  • Shredded lamb
  • Spiced chickpeas