Bold Oblong Veggie Pizza with Artichoke and Kalamata Olives

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An oblong pizza loaded with marinated artichoke hearts, Kalamata olives, roasted garlic, and a blend of fontina and mozzarella cheeses for bold Mediterranean flavors. This Mediterranean-inspired pizza recipe (vegetarian), ready in about 34 minutes, pairs pizza dough, olive oil, marinated artichoke hearts, chopped for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 460 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 20 min Cook: 14 min Serves 4 Mediterranean cuisine 460 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 500°F with a baking stone or inverted baking sheet inside.
  2. Step 2: On a floured work surface, roll out 1 lb pizza dough into a 16x10-inch oblong shape.
  3. Step 3: Brush the dough evenly with 2 tbsp olive oil, then sprinkle 1/2 tsp dried oregano and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
  4. Step 4: Evenly distribute 3/4 cup chopped marinated artichoke hearts and 1/2 cup halved Kalamata olives over the dough.
  5. Step 5: Spread 4 mashed roasted garlic cloves evenly across the pizza.
  6. Step 6: Top with 3/4 cup shredded fontina cheese and 3/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese.
  7. Step 7: Carefully transfer the pizza onto the preheated stone or baking sheet and bake for 12-14 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbling and the crust is golden.
  8. Step 8: Remove from oven, let rest for 3 minutes, slice, and serve warm.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Bold Oblong Veggie Pizza with Artichoke and Kalamata Olives take to make?

Total time is about 34 minutes (20 min prep + 14 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Bold Oblong Veggie Pizza with Artichoke and Kalamata Olives?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep pizza dough from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Bold Oblong Veggie Pizza with Artichoke and Kalamata Olives?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Bold Oblong Veggie Pizza with Artichoke and Kalamata Olives for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

Is Bold Oblong Veggie Pizza with Artichoke and Kalamata Olives vegetarian?

Yes — this recipe is tagged vegetarian based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.

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