Green Pizza with Pesto, Feta, Artichokes & Broccoli

Published Mar 17, 2014 · Updated Nov 25, 2021 by Ginnie · 42 Comments

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Treat yourself to this delicious Green Pizza with Pesto, Feta, Artichokes, and Broccoli ... it's one of my all-time favorite recipes, and it's sure to become your fave, too!

Before moving to New York, my husband and I lived in San Francisco. Our first few weeks there were a little uncomfortable, to say the least.

Our furniture was being shipped from Chicago, and we spent a lot of time sitting on our air mattress. Let's just say that I was very excited when our furniture finally arrived ... ha!

It was February, and after all of our moving expenses, I wasn't expecting anything special for Valentine's Day.

Our plans were to order pizza and drink some wine. When I opened the pizza box, I was surprised by a heart-shaped pie (learn how to make your own heart-shaped pizza here).

It was so sweet and made our night even more special!

That pizza turned out to be one of my San Francisco favorites.

We were lucky enough to have a great pizza place around the corner from our apartment, and that was the first time I had their Green Pizza with Pesto, Feta, Artichokes, and Broccoli. It was so delicious that I could have eaten it every day!

Now we're in New York, and it's been over a year since I had that Green Pizza. I'm not sure what took me so long (especially since I love making my own pizza), but I finally decided to recreate it.

How to Make Green Pizza

This Green Pizza recipe is packed with delicious ingredients! I used a homemade basil-spinach pesto, but if you're in a time pinch, then feel free to use your favorite store bought variety. It will still be super tasty.

Next, you'll top the pizza with fresh broccoli and artichoke hearts, just like they did at my fave pizzeria. It's finished with a generous serving of tasty feta chunks and lots of ooey, gooey mozzarella. Yum!

After you bake your pizza it's time to eat ... the best part for sure!

Give my Green Pizza with Pesto, Feta, Artichokes, and Broccoli a try. I know you'll love it just as much as I do!

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Then, make sure to check out all of my Pizza recipes!

There are so many delicious options, from my Pesto, Feta, and Veggie Pizza to my Homemade Deep Dish Pizza with Broccoli, Spinach, and Feta, Pumpkin Pizza, Roasted Vegetable Pizza ... and so much more!

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Green Pizza with Pesto, Feta, Artichokes, and Broccoli

This Green Pizza with Pesto, Feta, Artichokes, and Broccoli is packed with delicious veggies, flavorful homemade pesto, and lots of ooey, gooey cheese!

Prep Time30 minutes mins

Cook Time25 minutes mins

Total Time55 minutes mins

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: Italian

Servings: 8 servings

Calories: 470kcal

Author: Ginnie

Ingredients

For Pesto:

¼ cup chopped walnuts
2 cloves garlic
1 cup basil leaves lightly packed
1 cup spinach leaves lightly packed
½ cup shredded Parmesan cheese
½ cup olive oil extra virgin
kosher salt
pepper

For Pizza:

nonstick spray (or olive oil)
2 heads broccoli (not bunches)
1 pound pizza dough
1 (14-ounce) can quartered artichoke hearts, drained
8 ounces shredded mozzarella (about 2 cups)
1 cup crumbled feta

Instructions

Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Lightly coat a baking sheet or pizza pan with nonstick spray or oil. If pizza dough has been refrigerated, set it on counter warm up a bit.

Prepare Pesto:

Add walnuts to a small skillet over medium heat; cook until lightly toasted, stirring often. Let cool.
Combine walnuts, garlic, basil, and spinach in a food processor; process until minced.
Add Parmesan, olive oil, and salt and pepper to taste. Process until completely smooth. Set aside.

Prepare Pizza:

Cut broccoli into small florets and place in a microwaveable dish with a lid.
Drizzle with a couple tablespoons water, cover, and microwave until just tender (about 3-4 minutes).
Drain water from broccoli and set aside to cool.
Place pizza dough on pan and press to the edges of the pan.
Top dough with ½ the pesto. (Reserve rest for another use.)
Sprinkle ¾ of the mozzarella cheese over the pesto.
Evenly distribute broccoli and artichokes over cheese.
Top with remaining mozzarella and then sprinkle with feta.
Bake pizza for 25 to 35 minutes, or until crust is browned and cheese is lightly golden.
Let cool slightly, then cut and serve immediately. Enjoy!

Notes

If your pizza dough contracts when spreading on the pan, let it rest for few minutes before continuing. Resting relaxes the gluten, making it easier to spread.

Nutrition

Calories: 470kcal

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What is your favorite kind of pizza?

P.S. Learn how to turn this pizza into a Heart-Shaped Pizza, just like I enjoyed during my first San Francisco Valentine's Day!

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About Ginnie

Ginnie is the writer, photographer, and chief content creator behind Hello Little Home. She loves trying new things (whether that’s creating delicious vegetarian recipes, exploring a new city, trying a fun DIY project, or sharing a pretty makeup look), and she hopes to inspire you to do the same! Read more about Ginnie here.

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Suzanne

1 year ago

This looks so good! What a great combination of flavors!

Tammy

1 year ago

This recipe was so good! We never expected it to be this delicious! We did use trader Joe pesto to save time. We will definitely put this in our regular rotation.

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Ginnie

1 year ago

Reply to Tammy

I'm so glad to hear you enjoyed the recipe, Tammy! 🙂

J S

3 years ago

Hi there, there are no recipe instructions for the crust. Can you please post? I would really like to try making this pizza

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Ginnie

3 years ago

Reply to J S

Hi, JS! To keep things simple, I usually store bought dough. I have used this recipe though before, if you'd like to make your own: https://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/bobby-flay/pizza-dough-recipe-1921714 I hope you enjoy the pizza! 🙂

J S

3 years ago

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Love this recipe! Although I usually use store-bought pesto (since I am without a food processor), I love adding spinach and grilled chicken to the pizza! Thanks again for the idea!

paulasweetpea

10 years ago

This looks absolutely delicious and is exactly the kind of food that I love to eat!

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Ginnie

10 years ago

Reply to paulasweetpea

Thank you! I hope you get a chance to try it:)

Laurie Alves

10 years ago

Wow!! Simply Beautiful!!! So glad I found you through the Wednesday Round Up!

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Ginnie

10 years ago

Reply to Laurie Alves

Thank you so much, Laurie! It's definitely a favorite of mine:)

Winnie

10 years ago

It's a fabulous pizza!!
I'm a vegetarian and you combined all my favorite ingredients 🙂
and I just LOVE pesto and like the fact that you make your own
I'd only prefer to make my own dough (I love working this yeast)
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Ginnie

10 years ago

Reply to Winnie

Thanks, Winnie! I must admit that I'm pretty lazy when it comes to the dough part ... I like to save my creativity for the toppings;)

Andi @ The Weary Chef

10 years ago

This is such a beautiful pizza, Ginnie! We arrived in San Francisco before our furniture did too. Luckily it was only a few days for us and not a few weeks, but we spent some quality time on our air mattress and a couple lawn chairs. Fond memories! We are still here and don't plan to leave any time soon 🙂

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Ginnie

10 years ago

Reply to Andi @ The Weary Chef

Thanks, Andi! After this winter we've asked ourselves why we moved a few times;) I miss San Francisco and have a feeling we will be back someday!

Lori Hart

10 years ago

Congratulations!! Your Green Pizza recipe has been featured at Tasty Tuesdays 54 on my blog, Lori’s Culinary Creations. Hop on over and grab a feature button and link up your latest culinary creations. Congrats again.
Lori

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Ginnie

10 years ago

Reply to Lori Hart

Yay! Thank you so much, Lori!

Angela

10 years ago

This pizza looks so good and great way to eat a healthy meal! thanks for sharing! 🙂 http://www.handmadeintheheartland.com/

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Ginnie

10 years ago

Reply to Angela

Thanks, Angela! I tried to pack as many veggies on as possible:)

Joyce Wheeler

10 years ago

Looks good, I am from Chicago and miss many foods there I can not get in the south, and can't recreate, glad you could. Followed you here from Put a Bird on it Link'n Blogs.

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Ginnie

10 years ago

Reply to Joyce Wheeler

Thanks for stopping by, Joyce! I used to live in Chicago, too, and I love to get some Giordano's when we visit. Can you tell I love pizza? 😉

Diana @ Cookie Crumbles

10 years ago

That sounds good! I've started making my own pizza, but I've only made the obvious suspects so far. I will be making this next time.

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Ginnie

10 years ago

Reply to Diana @ Cookie Crumbles

Thanks, Diana! I would love to know what you think, if you try it:)

Vickie

10 years ago

Oh man, does this look good! I think it's my new favorite! Thanks for the recipe!

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Ginnie

10 years ago

Reply to Vickie

Thanks, Vickie! It's so good - I've been craving it every since I made it;)

nicole (thespicetrain.com)

10 years ago

This looks and sounds delicious!

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Ginnie

10 years ago

Reply to nicole (thespicetrain.com)

Thank you so much, Nicole!

Rach @ EazyPeazyMealz

10 years ago

I love this idea! What a fun and healthy way to have a cute green dinner. And pizza is always welcome here. Thanks for sharing. I hope you get the Leibster award mentioned in the above comment. Your blog looks great, and blogging is a lot of work!

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Ginnie

10 years ago

Reply to Rach @ EazyPeazyMealz

Thanks, Rach! I have been craving this pizza since I made it, so it will probably make a reappearance soon;) I really appreciate your kinds words about my blog, too!

arthritis100

10 years ago

Ginnie I love making pizza I make it all the time this is a great recipe! I also wanted to let you know I nominated your for the LEIBSTER AWARD.. Its for blogger who works hard on their blog and its a is a philosphy of Pay Forward, rewarding good blogger for good work! If you go to my blog page http://www.simplenaturedecorblog.com/simple-nature-decor-inspiring-stuff/
your can read it and its a wonderful thing! I was excited that another blogger took the time to nominated me.
Its a really nice award to have on your blog.. Congrats and take care..Maria

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Ginnie

10 years ago

Reply to arthritis100

Thank you so much, Maria! I truly appreciate that you thought of me, and congratulations for receiving it yourself:)

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