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Hummus Pizza Recipe

Recipe by Pedro M. A. Neves

This Mediterranean-inspired hummus pizza combines a crispy Italian crust with a creamy hummus base, roasted vegetables, and fresh toppings for a lighter take on traditional pizza. The hummus replaces tomato sauce, creating a rich, protein-packed foundation that pairs beautifully with seasonal vegetables and tangy feta cheese. Perfect as a main course for lunch or dinner, this pizza celebrates the flavors of Italy with a contemporary twist.

Ingredients

• 500g all-purpose flour (3⅔ cups)
• 10ml active dry yeast (2 teaspoons)
• 300ml warm water (1¼ cups)
• 10ml salt (2 teaspoons)
• 15ml olive oil (1 tablespoon)
• 250ml hummus (1 cup)
• 150g roasted red bell peppers, jarred or homemade (1 cup)
• 150g zucchini, thinly sliced (1 cup)
• 100g red onion, thinly sliced (¾ cup)
• 150g feta cheese, crumbled (1 cup)
• 30ml olive oil, for brushing (2 tablespoons)
• 5ml dried oregano (1 teaspoon)
• handful fresh arugula (2 cups, loosely packed)
• 15ml lemon juice (1 tablespoon)
• salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Mix warm water with yeast and let sit for 5 minutes until foamy. Add flour, salt, and 15ml olive oil to the yeast mixture and knead for 8 minutes until smooth and elastic.

2. Place dough in an oiled bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let rise in a warm place for 60 minutes until doubled in size.

3. Preheat oven to 220°C (425°F). Punch down dough and divide into 4 equal portions. Shape each portion into a thin circle approximately 8 inches (20cm) in diameter.

4. Transfer dough circles to two baking sheets lined with parchment paper. Brush each with 5ml olive oil and sprinkle with oregano.

5. Spread 60ml of hummus evenly over each pizza crust, leaving a small border for the crust edge.

6. Divide roasted red peppers, zucchini, and red onion equally among the four pizzas. Scatter feta cheese over the vegetables.

7. Bake for 16-18 minutes until crusts are golden brown and crispy at the edges.

8. Remove pizzas from oven and let cool for 2 minutes. Top with fresh arugula and drizzle with lemon juice mixed with remaining 10ml olive oil.

9. Season with salt and pepper to taste, cut into slices, and serve immediately.

Substitutions

• Use store-bought pizza dough to reduce prep time to 5 minutes and skip the rising step.
• Replace hummus with whipped white beans mixed with lemon juice and garlic for a different legume base.
• Substitute feta with ricotta salata or goat cheese for a milder flavor.
• Use roasted eggplant, spinach, or sun-dried tomatoes instead of roasted peppers and zucchini.

Tips

• For a crispier crust, pre-bake the shaped dough for 3-4 minutes before adding hummus and toppings.
• Make hummus from scratch for best flavor, or choose a high-quality store-bought version without added tahini for a lighter spread.
• Slice vegetables thinly so they cook through in the 16-18 minute baking time; thicker vegetables may remain undercooked.
• Add fresh arugula only after baking to preserve its peppery flavor and delicate texture.

While hummus is a staple of Mediterranean and Middle Eastern cuisine, this pizza represents the modern evolution of Italian culinary tradition, blending regional Mediterranean ingredients with the pizzaiolo craft. Contemporary Italian cooking increasingly embraces cross-cultural ingredient combinations, honoring both Italian technique and the broader Mediterranean pantry.

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