Yeşilköy Garden Pizza with Cherry Tomatoes and Dill
A vibrant vegetarian pizza featuring sun-ripened cherry tomatoes, fresh dill, and garlic, evoking the garden-fresh flavors of Istanbul's Yeşilköy neighborhood. This turkish-inspired mediterranean (vegetarian) ready in about 40 minutes pairs All-purpose flour, Water, lukewarm, Active dry yeast for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 430 calories and feeds 2, 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.
Ingredients
- 250g All-purpose flour
- 150ml Water, lukewarm
- 7g Active dry yeast
- 5g Salt
- 15ml Olive oil
- 150g Cherry tomatoes, halved
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp Extra virgin olive oil
- 1/4 tsp Red pepper flakes
- 50g Feta cheese, crumbled
- 1 tbsp Fresh dill, chopped
Instructions
- Step 1: In a large bowl, combine 250g all-purpose flour, 5g salt, and 7g active dry yeast. Create a well in the center and add 150ml lukewarm water and 15ml olive oil. Mix until a shaggy dough forms, then knead on a floured surface for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Step 2: Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour until doubled in size.
- Step 3: Punch down the dough, divide into two portions, and roll each into a 1/4-inch-thick circle on a floured surface.
- Step 4: Preheat oven to 475°F (245°C) with a pizza stone or baking sheet inside for 20 minutes.
- Step 5: Transfer one dough circle to a floured pizza peel. Brush with 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, then evenly top with 150g halved cherry tomatoes, 2 minced garlic cloves, 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes, and 1 tbsp fresh dill.
- Step 6: Bake for 8-10 minutes until the crust is golden and tomatoes are slightly softened.
- Step 7: Remove from oven, immediately sprinkle with 50g crumbled feta cheese. Let rest for 2 minutes before slicing.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Yeşilköy Garden Pizza with Cherry Tomatoes and Dill take to make?
Total time is about 40 minutes (30 min prep + 10 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 Yeşilköy Garden Pizza with Cherry Tomatoes and Dill?
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 all-purpose flour from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Yeşilköy Garden Pizza with Cherry Tomatoes and Dill?
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 Yeşilköy Garden Pizza with Cherry Tomatoes and Dill for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). 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 Yeşilköy Garden Pizza with Cherry Tomatoes and Dill 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.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Made this for a dinner party and everyone loved it. The Yeşilköy garden pizza is now a family favorite.
- ★★★★★
This pizza is a perfect balance of fresh flavors! The dill and cherry tomatoes were a delightful twist.
- ★★★★★
Absolutely delicious! The dough was perfect and the toppings complemented each other so well.