Monte Carlo Provençal Pizza (Pizza provençale de Monte Carlo)

Pizza provençale de Monte Carlo, or Monte Carlo Provençal Pizza, is a delicious dish from Monégasque cuisine that combines the flavors of the Mediterranean with a classic Italian favorite. This pizza is topped with vibrant and fresh ingredients that are characteristic of the Provençal region, making it a delightful and unique culinary experience.

Monte Carlo Provençal Pizza (Pizza provençale de Monte Carlo)

Ingredients

  • 1 pre-made pizza dough
  • 1/2 cup tomato sauce
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/4 cup black olives, sliced
  • 1/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
  • 1/4 cup artichoke hearts, chopped
  • 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface to your desired thickness.
  3. Transfer the dough to a pizza pan or baking sheet.
  4. Spread the tomato sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a small border around the edges.
  5. Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese over the sauce.
  6. Evenly distribute the black olives, sun-dried tomatoes, artichoke hearts, red onion, and minced garlic on top of the cheese.
  7. Drizzle the olive oil over the pizza and season with salt and pepper.
  8. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly.
  9. Remove the pizza from the oven and sprinkle the fresh basil leaves over the top.
  10. Slice and serve hot.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
15 minutes
Total time:
35 minutes
Cooking method
Oven

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
300 per serving
Carbohydrates
35g
Protein
12g
Fat
14g

Supplies

Pizza pan or baking sheet Rolling pin Knife Cutting board

Tools

Oven

Serving suggestions

Serve the Pizza provençale de Monte Carlo with a crisp green salad dressed with a light vinaigrette for a complete meal.

Tips & tricks

For added flavor, drizzle a balsamic glaze over the finished pizza before serving.

Cost

$15