Best Easy Pizza Quattro Stagioni Recipe

Four seasonal toppings—artichokes, mushrooms, ham, and olives—divide this pizza into quadrants of flavor. A protein-rich mediterranean pizza that gives the whole family something to enjoy.

Cook 40 min Difficulty NORMAL 390 kcal
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Ingredients
Main ingredients
  • pizza dough 1 lb
  • mozzarella cheese, shredded 1 cup
  • artichoke hearts, quartered 1 cup
  • mushrooms, sliced 1 cup
  • cooked ham, sliced 4 oz
  • black olives, pitted and sliced 1 cup
  • all-purpose flour 2 tbsp
Seasonings/Sauce
  • tomato sauce 0.5 cup
  • olive oil 2 tbsp
  • dried oregano 1 tsp
  • salt 0.5 tsp
  • black pepper 0.25 tsp
Nutrition summary
Carbohydrates 46 g 47%
Protein 18 g 18%
Fat 14 g 32%
Serving size 200g
Cooking steps
  1. 1

    Preheat oven to 475°F. Set a pizza stone or baking sheet inside as it heats.

  2. 2

    Dust a work surface with flour and stretch the pizza dough into a 12-inch circle, about 1/4-inch thick. Transfer it to a piece of parchment paper.

  3. 3

    Brush the dough lightly with olive oil. Evenly spread the tomato sauce over the surface, leaving a 1/2-inch border.

  4. 4

    Sprinkle mozzarella cheese over the sauce. Arrange artichokes, mushrooms, ham, and olives each in separate quadrants to form four distinct sections.

  5. 5

    Season the pizza with oregano, salt, and pepper. Transfer (with parchment) onto the hot stone or baking sheet and bake for 12–15 minutes, until the crust is golden and cheese bubbles.

  6. 6

    Remove from oven, let rest for 3 minutes, then slice so each piece features all four toppings.

Personalized Q&A
Q. What are the essential ingredients that define Pizza Quattro Stagioni?
The core of Pizza Quattro Stagioni lies in its four signature toppings—artichoke hearts, mushrooms, ham, and black olives—each dividing the pizza into distinct flavor sections. Mozzarella cheese, a crisp pizza dough base, and savory tomato sauce tie the flavors together, creating its classic identity.
Q. At what temperature and for how long should I bake this pizza?
Preheat your oven to 475°F and bake the assembled pizza for about 12–15 minutes. This high heat ensures a golden, crisp crust and bubbly cheese without overcooking the toppings.
Q. How can I keep the crust from turning soggy when using juicy toppings?
To prevent a soggy crust, brush the stretched dough lightly with olive oil before spreading the tomato sauce. Also, make sure any artichoke hearts or mushrooms are well-drained and patted dry before topping the pizza.
Q. What is the nutritional profile per serving, especially for carbs, protein, and fat?
Each 200g serving contains about 390 kcal, with 46g carbohydrates (47% of calorie share), 18g protein (18%), and 14g fat (32%). This balance makes the pizza relatively high in protein and moderate in fat, with Mediterranean-inspired nutrition.
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