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Greek Roasted Garlic Spinach White Pizza Delight – Creamy & Easy


  • Author: Jacob Morgan
  • Total Time: 70
  • Yield: 8 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This Greek Roasted Garlic Spinach White Pizza Delight combines sweet, caramelized roasted garlic with fresh sautéed spinach on a creamy white sauce base. It’s lighter than traditional white pizza, comes together in under 30 minutes, and delivers restaurant-quality Mediterranean flavors at home. Perfect for weeknights or entertaining!


Ingredients

Scale

1 head of garlic (for roasting)

34 tablespoons olive oil (divided)

68 cups fresh baby spinach (or 10 oz frozen, thawed and squeezed dry)

¾ cup cream cheese, softened (or ricotta)

¼ cup Greek yogurt (plain, whole milk)

½ teaspoon salt

¼ teaspoon black pepper

1 pound pizza dough (store-bought or homemade, room temperature)

1 teaspoon dried oregano

1 cup fresh mozzarella, torn (optional)

¼ cup crumbled feta cheese (optional)

Red pepper flakes (optional, for serving)

Fresh basil or oregano (optional, for garnish)

All-purpose flour (for dusting)

Cornmeal (for baking sheet, optional)


Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F). Slice the top quarter off the garlic bulb to expose cloves. Place on foil, drizzle with 1-2 tablespoons olive oil, wrap tightly, and roast for 35-40 minutes until soft and golden. Let cool completely, then squeeze cloves from skins.

2. While garlic roasts, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add spinach in batches and sauté for 2-3 minutes until wilted. Transfer to a colander and press firmly to remove excess moisture. Let cool, then roughly chop if needed.

3. In a medium bowl, combine softened cream cheese, Greek yogurt, roasted garlic cloves (mashed slightly), 2 tablespoons olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Mix until relatively smooth. Let rest for 10 minutes at room temperature.

4. Increase oven temperature to 220°C (425°F). If using a pizza stone, place it in the oven now to preheat.

5. Bring pizza dough to room temperature (30-60 minutes if refrigerated). Lightly dust your work surface with flour.

6. Roll or stretch dough into a 12-14 inch circle, leaving edges slightly thicker for the crust. Transfer to a parchment-lined baking sheet or cornmeal-dusted pizza peel.

7. Spread the white sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a ½-inch border around edges. Use about ¾ cup sauce total.

8. Distribute the sautéed, well-drained spinach evenly over the sauce. Scatter roasted garlic cloves on top (whole or chopped).

9. If using, add torn mozzarella pieces and crumbled feta. Drizzle with remaining olive oil (about 1 tablespoon) and sprinkle with dried oregano, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if desired.

10. Bake for 12-15 minutes until crust edges are golden brown and lightly puffed, and the center is firm (not soggy). Check at 10 minutes and rotate if needed for even browning.

11. Remove from oven and let rest for 3-5 minutes before slicing. This allows toppings to set.

12. Transfer to a cutting board, slice into 6-8 pieces, and garnish with fresh herbs if desired. Serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side.

Notes

Make-Ahead: Roast garlic up to 3 days ahead and refrigerate. Prepare white sauce and sauté spinach 1-2 days ahead. Store separately and bring to room temperature before assembling.

Preventing Soggy Pizza: Ensure spinach is thoroughly drained (squeeze in a clean kitchen towel if needed). Don’t over-sauce the pizza. Use a hot oven and consider par-baking the crust for 3-4 minutes before adding toppings.

Dough Tips: Room temperature dough is crucial for easy stretching. If it keeps shrinking back, let it rest 5 minutes before continuing.

Substitutions: Use Swiss chard or kale instead of spinach. For dairy-free, use cashew cream (1 cup soaked cashews blended with garlic, lemon juice, and salt). Try cauliflower crust for low-carb or naan bread for a quick flatbread version.

Reheating: Use the skillet method for best results – heat a dry non-stick pan over medium heat, add pizza slice, cover with lid, and heat 3-4 minutes until bottom is crispy.

Storage: Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Freeze individual slices wrapped in plastic wrap then foil for up to 2 months.

Cheese Options: Fresh mozzarella gives the classic pizza stretch while feta adds tangy, salty flavor. Both are optional but highly recommended.

Garlic Intensity: If you prefer milder garlic flavor, use 4-5 roasted cloves. For garlic lovers, use the entire roasted head.

  • Prep Time: 20
  • Cook Time: 50
  • Category: Main Course, Pizza
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Greek, Mediterranean

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 285
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 420mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 32g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 9g
  • Cholesterol: 28mg

Keywords: Greek pizza, white pizza, roasted garlic pizza, spinach pizza, vegetarian pizza, Mediterranean pizza, homemade pizza, weeknight dinner