Greek Veggie Pizza Squares
Greek Veggie Pizza Squares feature a flaky puff pastry base topped with a tangy cream cheese spread, fresh vegetables, olives, and crumbled feta. A light, flavorful appetizer or snack bursting with Mediterranean flair.
6 Servings
Ingredients
For the crust:
- 1 sheet puff pastry thawed
For the spread:
- 4 oz cream cheese softened
- 4 oz sour cream
- 2 teaspoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon dried dill
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Toppings:
- 1/2 cup diced cucumbers
- 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/4 cup diced red onion
- 1/4 cup chopped kalamata olives
- 6 oz crumbled feta cheese
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a 9x13-inch baking sheet with parchment paper.
Prepare the puff pastry.
- Roll the thawed puff pastry slightly to fit just under the dimensions of the baking sheet. Transfer to the prepared sheet. Using a sharp knife, score a 1-inch border along the edges without cutting through the dough. Poke the inner rectangle multiple times with a fork to prevent it from puffing excessively. Bake for approximately 8 minutes, or until the edges begin to rise and lightly brown.
Make the herbed cheese spread.
- While the crust bakes, combine cream cheese, sour cream, lemon juice, dill, garlic powder, oregano, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl. Whisk until smooth and fully incorporated.
Apply the spread.
- Once the pastry has cooled slightly, evenly distribute the prepared cheese mixture over the center area, staying within the border.
Add toppings.
- Arrange the cucumbers, tomatoes, red onion, and olives evenly over the cheese layer. Finish by sprinkling the crumbled feta cheese on top.
Bake again.
- Return the assembled pastry to the oven. Bake for an additional 10 to 14 minutes, or until the cheese begins to brown lightly and the edges are golden. If the border starts to over-brown, loosely cover it with aluminum foil.
Cool and serve.
- Allow the pizza to cool slightly before slicing into squares. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
To make this recipe gluten-free, substitute the regular puff pastry with a certified gluten-free puff pastry brand (such as Schär or GeeFree). Ensure all seasonings and packaged ingredients (e.g., sour cream, cream cheese) are also labeled gluten-free, as cross-contamination can occur during processing. Adjust baking times slightly as gluten-free pastry may brown faster.