Provencal Pizza

This Provencal Pizza brings the sunny flavors of the French coast directly to your home kitchen. It features a crispy crust topped with sweet, caramelized onions, juicy plum tomatoes, and savory Kalamata olives. The addition of fresh rosemary, basil, and a touch of anchovy paste creates a complex, umami-rich flavor profile that is both elegant and comforting. Perfect for a relaxed weeknight dinner or a casual gathering with friends, this dish balances salty, sweet, and herbal notes beautifully. Its simple to assemble yet impressive enough for special occasions, offering a delightful twist on traditional pizza night.

Cooking Method: Baking

Cuisine: French

Courses: Main Courses

Difficulty: Intermediate

Servings: 8

Calories: 134.7

Dietary: Gluten-free

Description

This Provencal Pizza brings the sunny flavors of the French coast directly to your home kitchen. It features a crispy crust topped with sweet, caramelized onions, juicy plum tomatoes, and savory Kalamata olives. The addition of fresh rosemary, basil, and a touch of anchovy paste creates a complex, umami-rich flavor profile that is both elegant and comforting. Perfect for a relaxed weeknight dinner or a casual gathering with friends, this dish balances salty, sweet, and herbal notes beautifully. Its simple to assemble yet impressive enough for special occasions, offering a delightful twist on traditional pizza night.

Ingredients

2 tablespoons Olive oil
1 cups Parmesan; grated -- divided
4 md Onions -- slice thin
1/2 cups Kalamata olives; pit --
1/2 teaspoons Salt Chop
1/2 teaspoons Rosemary -- crushed
2 oz Can flat anchovies -- drain
1/4 teaspoons Pepper
2 tablespoons Basil -- julienne
3 Plum Tomatoes -- sliced
1/4 teaspoons Cracked black pepper
1 " pizza crust

Directions

1
Preheat your oven to 450F (230C).
2
Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
3
Add the thinly sliced onions, salt, crushed rosemary, and pepper to the skillet.
4
Cook the onions, stirring occasionally, until they are tender and golden brown, about 10-15 minutes.
5
Place the pizza crust on a baking sheet or pizza stone.
6
Arrange the sliced plum tomatoes evenly over the crust.
7
Sprinkle 1/4 cup of the grated Parmesan cheese over the tomatoes.
8
Top with the caramelized onions, drained anchovies, sliced Kalamata olives, and julienned basil.
9
Sprinkle the remaining 3/4 cup of Parmesan cheese and cracked black pepper over the top.
10
Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly.
11
Let cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

Amount Per Serving
Calories 134.7kcal

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 8.0g13%
Saturated Fat 1.1g6%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 2572.7mg108%
Total Carbohydrate 15.3g6%
Dietary Fiber 3.5g15%
Sugars 7.9g
Protein 2.5g5%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

For a vegetarian version, omit the anchovies and increase the amount of Parmesan cheese slightly to maintain the savory depth.

If using store-bought crust, ensure it is placed on a preheated pizza stone or inverted baking sheet for a crispier bottom.

Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven at 350F for 10 minutes to restore crispiness.

Keywords: provenal, french, pizza, anchovies, kalamata olives, caramelized onions, rosemary, basil, parmesan, plum tomatoes, rustic, vegetarian option, herb crust, mediterranean, dinner, baked, savory, garlic, olive oil

Read it online: https://www.chefs-mate.com/recipe/provencal-pizza/