Dinner

Goat Cheese Pizza with Arugula and White Sauce Recipe

ByJake Silas December 19, 2025December 19, 2025

Introduction

This Goat Cheese Pizza with Arugula and White Sauce is a delightful twist on traditional pizza. Creamy goat cheese and tangy white sauce pair beautifully with sautéed mushrooms, red onions, and fresh arugula for a flavorful, restaurant-quality meal you can make at home.

The image shows a pizza on a metal baking tray with a worn, rustic look, placed on a white marbled surface. The pizza has a thick crust, golden with light browning at the edges. There is a layer of melted white cheese with spots of light brown where it is baked. Scattered on top of the cheese are pieces of red onion and small bits of red and green vegetables, and mushrooms visible. The pizza is generously topped with fresh green arugula leaves, covering most of the surface. One slice is being lifted by a silver spatula, showing the underside of the crust lightly browned and soft. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

1 tablespoon Butter
2 tablespoons Oil
2 cloves Garlic
1/2 cup Plain Greek Yogurt
4 Mushrooms
1/4 Red Onion
5 Cherry Tomatoes
1/2 cup Shredded Mozzarella Cheese
2 ounces Goat Cheese
2 cups Arugula
1 Fresh Pizza Dough
1 tablespoon Olive Oil
Salt, to taste

Instructions

Step 1: In a small saucepan, heat 1 tablespoon butter and 1 tablespoon oil. Add the garlic cloves and cook until the garlic is light brown. Remove from heat and stir in the plain Greek yogurt. Set this white sauce aside.
Step 2: Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a sauté pan. Place the mushrooms in a single layer, sprinkle with salt to taste, and cook for 7 minutes. Add the sliced red onion for the last 2 minutes of cooking. Drain any excess liquid.
Step 3: Brush the fresh pizza dough with 1 tablespoon olive oil. Spread the prepared white sauce evenly over the dough. Top with the sautéed mushrooms and onions, cherry tomatoes, shredded mozzarella cheese, and dollops of goat cheese.
Step 4: Bake the pizza on the lower rack of your oven at 475°F (250°C) for 10–12 minutes, until the crust is golden and cheese is bubbly.
Step 5: Move the pizza to a higher rack and broil for 2 minutes to add a lovely golden finish.
Step 6: Remove the pizza from the oven and top with fresh arugula before serving.

Tips & Variations

For extra flavor, sprinkle a pinch of crushed red pepper flakes or drizzle balsamic glaze over the arugula topping.
Substitute spinach for arugula if you prefer a milder green.
Try adding caramelized onions for a sweeter note.
If you don’t have fresh pizza dough, store-bought dough works well in a pinch.

Storage

Store any leftover pizza in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat slices in a skillet over medium heat or in the oven at 375°F (190°C) until warmed through to maintain a crispy crust. Avoid microwaving to prevent sogginess.

How to Serve

A pizza is shown on a metal tray with a slice being lifted by a metal spatula. The pizza has one thick crust layer, which is pale golden with some browning on the edges. The second layer has melted cheese that is creamy white and lightly browned in spots, mixed with small bits of mushrooms and red onion. The top layer consists of bright green arugula leaves spread all over, adding a fresh, leafy texture. The background is a white marbled surface. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use a different type of cheese instead of goat cheese?

Yes, feta or ricotta can be good alternatives, offering a similar creamy texture with slightly different flavors.

Is it possible to prepare the white sauce ahead of time?

Absolutely. The white sauce can be made a day in advance and stored in the refrigerator. Just give it a good stir before spreading on your pizza dough.