Fresh Fig, Olive Tapenade Pizza with Goat Cheese

Name: Fresh Fig, Olive Tapenade Pizza with Goat Cheese
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar crumbled; 1/4 cup kalamata olives drained and pitted; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 clove garlic; 1 tablespoon lemon juice; 1 teaspoon lemon zest; 1 x black pepper to taste; 1 each pizza shell 12-inch, homemade or store-bought; 8 each figs fresh, top stems removed, halved; 1 cup goat (chevre) cheese crumbled

Servings: persons

1
Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. If you have a pizza stone, put the stone in the middle of the rack before preheating the oven.
2
In a small saucepan, add the balsamic vinegar, and bring to a boil over high heat.
3
Lower the temperature to medium-low or low, and cook until vinegar has been thickened, about 10 minutes.
4
Remove from the heat and set aside.
5
Meanwhile In a food processor, add olives, olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, zest and black pepper.
6
Process until almost smooth.
7
Spread tapenade over pizza crust, arrange halved figs over tapenade.
8
Top with goat cheese.
9
Bake in the oven for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the crust is golden-brown, and cheese starts to brown in spots.
10
Remove from the oven, and let cool for a few minutes.
11
Cut with a pizza cutter and serve warm with balsamic reduction drizzled on top.

196

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar crumbled, 1/4 cup kalamata olives drained and pitted, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 clove garlic, and more.

Yes, Fresh Fig, Olive Tapenade Pizza with Goat Cheese falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!