Gyro Pizza with Tzatziki Drizzle Recipe

Introduction

This Gyro Pizza with a Tzatziki Drizzle brings the flavors of a classic Greek gyro to a delicious homemade pizza. Featuring a soft dough, savory gyro meat, roasted veggies, and a refreshing yogurt sauce, it’s perfect for a flavorful weeknight dinner or casual gathering.

Ingredients

• 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
• 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
• 4 tablespoons Greek marinade or dressing
• 3 tablespoons garlic (minced)
• 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)
• 2 tablespoons fresh dill
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 English cucumber (sliced for topping, optional)
• Salt & pepper (to taste)

Instructions

1. Step 1: Activate the yeast by dissolving it in the warm water (not exceeding 110°F). Let it sit for 10 minutes until frothy.
2. Step 2: In a large bowl, mix the flour and salt. Add the olive oil and stir until crumbly. Make a well in the center and pour in the yeast mixture. Stir with a wooden spoon until a thick, sticky dough forms.
3. Step 3: Transfer dough to a floured surface and knead for about 10 minutes until smooth and soft. Add a little oil if too dry. Place in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm spot for about 1 hour or until doubled.
4. Step 4: While dough rises, preheat the oven with a pizza stone under the broiler on high for 30 minutes. Then reduce temperature to 375°F and preheat for another 30 minutes.
5. Step 5: 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 pizza stone for 10–15 minutes until tomatoes shrivel and artichokes brown.
6. Step 6: Stir together Greek yogurt, dill, lemon juice, and minced garlic for the tzatziki sauce. Chill in the fridge until ready.
7. Step 7: Punch down the risen dough and knead briefly on a floured surface. Shape into a disk and let rise an additional 10–30 minutes.
8. Step 8: Roll out the dough on a floured surface into a circle or square. Sprinkle cornmeal on a wooden board or pizza stone to prevent sticking if needed.
9. Step 9: Brush the dough with 1-2 tablespoons Greek marinade. Spread 3/4 of the tzatziki sauce over the dough, leaving a border for the crust.
10. Step 10: Top with chopped gyro meat, mushrooms, roasted tomatoes and artichokes, bell pepper rings, and sliced onion. Sprinkle with feta cheese.
11. Step 11: Bake at 375°F for 10–15 minutes until cheese starts to melt. Then switch to broil and cook 5–10 minutes until crust is browned and cooked through.
12. Step 12: Garnish with cucumber slices and drizzle with remaining tzatziki sauce. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Tips & Variations

• Use store-bought gyro meat or cooked lamb/chicken as a quicker alternative.
• Feel free to add feta cheese for extra tang and richness.
• Roasting the vegetables beforehand intensifies their flavor but you can also use them fresh for a lighter taste.
• If you don’t have a pizza stone, use a baking sheet turned upside down and preheat it well before baking.

Storage

Store leftover gyro pizza in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven at 350°F for 10 minutes to keep the crust crisp. Avoid microwaving to prevent sogginess. Keep tzatziki sauce separate and add fresh when serving.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use regular yeast instead of quick rise yeast?

Yes, regular yeast works fine but will require a longer rising time—about 1.5 to 2 hours instead of 1 hour.

Is it possible to make the dough ahead of time?

Absolutely. You can prepare the dough and refrigerate it overnight. Let it come to room temperature and rise before shaping and baking.

Gyro Pizza with Tzatziki Drizzle Recipe

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A delicious homemade Gyro Pizza featuring a freshly made dough topped with gyro meat, roasted vegetables, and a creamy tzatziki drizzle. This Greek-inspired pizza combines traditional gyro flavors with a crispy crust and vibrant toppings, perfect for a flavorful and unique meal.

• Author: lina
• Prep Time: 25 minutes
• Cook Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
• Total Time: 1 hour 45 minutes
• Yield: 4 servings 1x
• Category: Pizza
• Method: Baking
• Cuisine: Greek

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)
• 5 artichoke hearts (sliced)
• 1/4 red/orange bell pepper (sliced into rings)
• 2 portabella mushrooms (chopped)
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• salt & pepper (to taste)
• cornmeal (for dusting, optional)

Tzatziki 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)

Garnish

• 1 English cucumber (sliced for topping, optional)

Instructions

1. Activate Yeast: In a small bowl, activate the quick rise yeast by mixing it into lukewarm water (not exceeding 110°F). Let it sit for 10 minutes or until frothy, indicating the yeast is alive and ready to use.
2. Make Dough: In a large bowl, combine the flour and salt. Add the olive oil and mix until crumbly. Make a well in the center and pour in the activated yeast mixture. Stir with a wooden spoon until a thick, sticky dough forms.
3. Knead Dough: Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Add small amounts of oil if the dough is too dry. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and let it rise in a warm place for about an hour or until doubled in size.
4. Preheat Oven and Prepare Stone: While dough rises, preheat oven with a pizza stone under the broiler on high for 30 minutes. Then reduce oven temp to 375°F and preheat for another 30 minutes. Keeping the oven hot helps achieve a crispy crust.
5. Roast Tomatoes and Artichokes: Arrange sliced cherry tomatoes and artichokes on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil, season with salt, pepper, and parsley. Bake on the pizza stone for 10-15 minutes until tomatoes shrivel and artichokes start to brown.
6. Make Tzatziki Sauce: In a bowl, combine Greek yogurt, fresh dill, lemon juice, minced garlic, and Greek marinade or dressing. Mix well and refrigerate until ready to use.
7. Shape Dough: After the first rise, punch down the dough and knead on a floured surface for a few minutes. Shape into a disk and let it rise for an additional 10-30 minutes for better texture.
8. Roll Out Dough: Roll the dough on a floured surface into a circle or square. Optionally sprinkle cornmeal on a wooden board or pizza stone to prevent sticking and add texture.
9. Assemble Pizza: Brush dough with 1-2 tablespoons Greek marinade. Spread about 3/4 of the tzatziki sauce evenly over the surface, leaving a crust edge. Top with chopped gyro meat, mushrooms, roasted tomatoes, artichokes, sliced pepper, onion rings, and sprinkle feta cheese evenly.
10. Bake Pizza: Bake the pizza at 375°F for 10-15 minutes until cheese begins to melt. Then switch oven to broil and broil for 5-10 minutes until crust is golden and pizza is cooked through.
11. Garnish and Serve: Remove pizza from oven, garnish with fresh cucumber slices and drizzle with remaining tzatziki sauce. Slice and enjoy your flavorful Gyro Pizza!

Notes

• Ensure water temperature for yeast activation does not exceed 110°F to avoid killing the yeast.
• Use a pizza stone for the best crispy crust experience.
• You can substitute gyro meat with lamb or beef if preferred.
• The tzatziki sauce can be made ahead and refrigerated for better flavor melding.
• Adjust toppings based on preference or availability; this pizza is versatile.
• Broiling at the end ensures a nicely browned crust and melted cheese but watch closely to prevent burning.

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