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Gyro Pizza with Tzatziki Drizzle Recipe

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This Gyro Pizza with a Tzatziki Drizzle combines the delicious flavors of traditional gyro meat and vibrant Mediterranean toppings on a homemade pizza crust. Topped with roasted tomatoes, artichokes, fresh vegetables, and a creamy garlic dill tzatziki sauce, this recipe offers a perfect balance of savory and fresh tastes. The pizza is baked and broiled to crispy perfection, making it an easy yet impressive meal to enjoy any time.

Ingredients

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Dough

  • 2 1/4 cups flour (+ more for dusting)
  • 1 packet quick rise yeast
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 3/4 cup warm water (~110°F)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Toppings

  • 12 strips gyro meat (chopped)
  • 1/2 small red onion or shallot (sliced into rings)
  • 8 cherry tomatoes (sliced)
  • 1/4 red/orange bell pepper (sliced into rings)
  • 5 artichoke hearts (sliced)
  • 2 portabella mushrooms (chopped)
  • 1 English cucumber (sliced for topping, optional)
  • Feta cheese (amount not specified, estimated 1/2 cup crumbled)

Marinade & Sauce

  • 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 4 tablespoons Greek marinade or dressing
  • 3 tablespoons garlic (minced)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh dill
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • Salt & pepper (to taste)
  • Olive oil (for roasting and brushing)
  • Parsley (for seasoning roasted vegetables)

Instructions

  1. Activate yeast: Activate the yeast in lukewarm water (not exceeding 110°F) for 10 minutes or until the water becomes frothy, indicating the yeast is alive and ready to use.
  2. Mix dough: In a large bowl, combine flour and salt. Add olive oil and stir until a crumbly dough forms. Make a well in the center and pour in the activated yeast mixture. Stir with a wooden spoon until a thick and sticky dough forms.
  3. Knead dough: Transfer dough to a floured surface. Knead for about 10 minutes until smooth and soft. Add small amounts of oil if too dry. Place dough in a greased bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
  4. Preheat oven and pizza stone: While the dough is rising, preheat the oven with a pizza stone under the broiler on high for 30 minutes. Then reduce temperature to 375°F and continue preheating for another 30 minutes.
  5. Roast vegetables: Arrange sliced cherry tomatoes and artichoke hearts on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil, season with salt, pepper, and parsley. Bake on the preheated pizza stone at 375°F for 10-15 minutes until tomatoes shrivel and artichokes begin to brown.
  6. Prepare tzatziki sauce: Mix Greek yogurt, fresh dill, lemon juice, and minced garlic in a bowl. Chill in refrigerator until ready to use.
  7. Shape dough: Punch down risen dough and knead briefly. Shape into a disk and allow it to rise an additional 10-30 minutes on a floured surface.
  8. Roll out dough: Roll dough into a circle or square on a floured surface. Sprinkle cornmeal on a wooden board or pizza stone to prevent sticking.
  9. Prepare pizza base: Brush dough with 1-2 tablespoons of Greek marinade. Spread 3/4 of the tzatziki sauce evenly on the dough, leaving a crust edge.
  10. Add toppings: Top pizza with chopped gyro meat, chopped mushrooms, roasted tomatoes, artichokes, sliced peppers, and onion rings. Sprinkle crumbled feta cheese over the top.
  11. Bake pizza: Bake pizza at 375°F for 10-15 minutes until cheese just melts. Switch oven to broil and broil for 5-10 minutes or until crust is browned and pizza is fully cooked.
  12. Serve: Garnish pizza with cucumber slices and drizzle with remaining tzatziki sauce. Slice and enjoy your gyro-inspired Mediterranean pizza.

Notes

  • Make sure the water for activating yeast is not hotter than 110°F to avoid killing the yeast.
  • Use a pizza stone for a crispier crust; preheating it is crucial for best results.
  • You can substitute gyro meat with lamb or beef if unavailable.
  • Chilling the tzatziki sauce enhances its flavors and prevents it from spreading too much on the dough.
  • If you don’t have parmesan or feta, other cheeses like mozzarella can be used, but feta complements the flavors best.
  • Letting the dough rest again after shaping improves texture and rise during baking.
  • Broiling at the end ensures a nicely browned and crisp crust, so watch closely to prevent burning.

Keywords: Gyro Pizza, Tzatziki Sauce, Mediterranean Pizza, Greek Yogurt Pizza, Homemade Pizza Dough, Roasted Vegetables Pizza

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