Description

A delightful Goat Cheese Pizza featuring a creamy white sauce made from Greek yogurt and garlic, topped with sautéed mushrooms, red onions, cherry tomatoes, melted mozzarella, and tangy goat cheese. Finished with fresh arugula for a peppery bite, this homemade pizza combines fresh ingredients and bold flavors baked to perfection.

Ingredients

Scale

White Sauce

1 tablespoon Butter
1 tablespoon Oil
2 cloves Garlic
1/2 cup Plain Greek Yogurt

Vegetables & Toppings

4 Mushrooms
1/4 Red Onion
5 Cherry Tomatoes
2 cups Arugula
1/2 cup Shredded Mozzarella Cheese
2 ounces Goat Cheese

Pizza & Seasoning

1 Fresh Pizza Dough
1 tablespoon Olive Oil
Salt, to taste
1 tablespoon Oil (for sautéing)

Instructions

Prepare White Sauce: In a small saucepan, heat 1 tablespoon butter and 1 tablespoon oil over medium heat. Add 2 cloves of garlic and cook until garlic turns light brown, then remove from heat. Stir in 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt until smooth. Set this creamy white sauce aside.
Sauté Vegetables: Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a sauté pan over medium heat. Place 4 mushrooms in a single layer and sprinkle with salt to taste. Cook for 7 minutes, adding 1/4 sliced red onion during the last 2 minutes of cooking. Drain any excess liquid from the vegetables once cooked.
Prepare Pizza Base: Brush 1 tablespoon olive oil evenly over the fresh pizza dough. Spread the prepared white sauce over the dough as the base layer.
Add Toppings: Evenly distribute the sautéed mushrooms and onions on top of the sauce, followed by 5 cherry tomatoes. Sprinkle 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese and crumble 2 ounces of goat cheese over the toppings.
Bake Pizza: Place the pizza on the lower rack of a preheated oven at 475°F (250°C). Bake for 10-12 minutes until the crust is golden and cheese is melted and bubbly.
Broil for Finish: Move the pizza to a higher rack and broil for an additional 2 minutes to achieve a nicely browned and slightly crisp cheese topping. Watch carefully to prevent burning.
Add Fresh Arugula: Remove the pizza from the oven and immediately top with 2 cups of fresh arugula to add a fresh, peppery flavor. Slice and serve hot.

Notes

Ensure garlic is cooked gently to avoid bitterness in the white sauce.
Drain sautéed vegetables well to prevent soggy pizza crust.
Use fresh pizza dough for a better crust texture and flavor.
Broiling time is short; watch closely to avoid burning cheese.
Adding arugula after baking preserves its fresh and crisp texture.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Baking
Cuisine: Italian

Keywords: Goat Cheese Pizza, White Sauce Pizza, Arugula Pizza, Homemade Pizza, Vegetarian Pizza, Greek Yogurt Sauce, Mushroom Pizza