Quick Mediterranean Flatbread Pizza with Hummus and Feta

My Stovetop Pizza Adventure

I love a good kitchen shortcut. This Mediterranean flatbread pizza is my favorite. We make it right on the stovetop. No need to heat the whole oven.

You fry the dough in a pan. It gets puffy and golden. It smells like a cozy bakery. I still laugh at the first time I tried it. I was so proud of my crispy crust. What’s your favorite way to make pizza at home?

The Magic is in the Mix

Let’s talk about the spice mix. It has cumin, oregano, and sumac. Sumac is a tart, red spice. It makes everything taste bright and happy.

We use it for the meat and chickpeas. This one mix flavors the whole dish. That matters because it ties every bite together. Your kitchen will smell amazing. *Fun fact:* Sumac grows on bushes. People have used its berries for flavor for thousands of years.

Building Your Flavor Story

Now for the fun part: the toppings. This isn’t your usual tomato sauce pizza. This is a hummus pizza. You spread creamy hummus on the hot flatbread. Then add the spiced ground lamb.

Crumble salty feta cheese on top. The warm bread makes it a little melty. The final touches are the best. A drizzle of lemony yogurt and herby cilantro oil. Do you think you’d like lamb or beef for your meat?

Why This Recipe Matters

This feels like a treat, but it’s simple. It’s a true 30 minute pizza. You can use store-bought dough and hummus. That makes it an easy Mediterranean recipe for busy nights.

It also matters because it’s different. Trying new flavors is like a mini-vacation. These Lebanese pizza toppings tell a story of sunny places. Have you ever cooked with sumac or cilantro oil before?

Your Turn to Create

This flatbread pizza recipe is your canvas. You can use homemade pizza dough if you have time. Or keep it quick with a store-bought ball. The crispy chickpeas are my favorite crunch.

Every piece is packed with texture and taste. The creamy, the crispy, the savory. It’s a full meal on one plate. I hope you give this Mediterranean pizza a try. Tell me, what would you add to make it your own?

Ingredients:

Instructions

Step 1: Make your special spice mix first. Just stir all those spices in a bowl. Doesn’t that smell amazing? It makes your whole kitchen feel warm. This mix is the heart of your Mediterranean flatbread pizza. (Mix it well so every bite is perfect.)

Step 2: Cook your ground lamb in a skillet with oil. Add two tablespoons of your spice mix. Break the meat into tiny crumbles as it browns. This is the tasty base for your stovetop pizza. I still laugh at how fast it cooks. Lamb or beef for your Mediterranean pizza? Share below!

Step 3: Now, make your toppings. Blend cilantro, oil, and salt into a green sauce. Whisk yogurt with lemon juice. Fry chickpeas with more spice mix until crispy. These Lebanese pizza toppings add such fun crunch and cool tastes. (Pat chickpeas very dry so they get super crispy.)

Step 4: Time for the flatbread pizza recipe part! Stretch your homemade pizza dough into four pieces. Fry each one in your skillet until golden. This makes the best crispy base for hummus pizza. See? A 30 minute pizza is totally possible.

Step 5: Assemble your easy Mediterranean recipes masterpiece. Spread hummus on each fried bread. Add the lamb and crumble feta on top. Broil for just one minute to warm it all. Drizzle with your sauces and add chickpeas. Serve your Mediterranean pizza immediately and enjoy!

Creative Twists

Serving & Pairing Ideas

Serve your Mediterranean flatbread pizza with a simple cucumber-tomato salad. A dollop of extra yogurt on the side is lovely. For a fun plate, cut each pizza into strips for sharing. This easy Mediterranean recipe is a whole meal. Which would you choose tonight?

Keeping Your Flatbread Pizza Fresh

Let’s talk about storing this delicious Mediterranean flatbread pizza. It is best eaten right away. But life happens! Cool any leftovers completely first.

Wrap each piece tightly in foil. Store them in the fridge for two days. I do not recommend freezing the finished pizza. The textures get soggy.

You can batch-cook parts ahead. Make the spice mix and fry the lamb. Keep them in separate containers in the fridge. This makes a 30 minute pizza even faster.

I once reheated a slice in the microwave. It was a soft mess! Now I use a hot skillet. It makes the crust crispy again.

This matters because good food should not go to waste. A little planning means a tasty meal any night. Have you ever tried storing it this way? Share below!

Simple Fixes for Common Kitchen Hiccups

We all face little problems when cooking. Here are three easy fixes. Your ground meat is steaming, not browning. Your pan is too crowded. Cook it in two batches for perfect crumbles.

Your pizza dough is too springy. It fights you when you try to stretch it. Let it rest on the counter for ten minutes. It will relax and become easier to shape.

Your chickpeas are not getting crispy. Make sure you pat them very dry. A wet chickpea will steam in the pan. I remember when I learned this trick. It changed my stovetop pizza game!

Fixing these small issues builds your confidence. It also makes the flavors in your Mediterranean pizza so much better. Which of these problems have you run into before?

Your Quick Questions, Answered

What can be used in place of feta cheese?

For your hummus pizza, try crumbled goat cheese. It is tangy like feta. Queso fresco or ricotta salata also work well. These swaps keep the spirit of easy Mediterranean recipes alive. Just crumble them on top before you broil your flatbread pizza recipe.

What is similar to feta cheese but softer?

Fresh goat cheese is your best bet. It is creamy and soft. It has a lovely tang that pairs with ground lamb pizza toppings. You can spread it easily on your homemade pizza dough. It melts beautifully under the broiler.

What is the Italian equivalent of feta cheese?

Ricotta salata is the closest Italian cheese. It is a firm, salted ricotta. You can grate or crumble it over your Mediterranean pizza. It is less briny than feta but still delicious. It is a wonderful cheese for Lebanese pizza toppings.

What cheese is similar to feta but less salty?

Try a mild goat cheese or queso fresco. Both are milder and less salty. Halloumi is another option, but it is firmer. For your 30 minute pizza, crumble a mild goat cheese. It will be perfect with the spicy meat.

What to use instead of feta cheese?

Goat cheese, queso fresco, or ricotta salata are great. For a dairy-free option, try salty tofu crumbles. The key is a cheese you can crumble on your stovetop pizza. It should add a creamy, tangy finish to your Mediterranean flatbread pizza.

What cheese is like feta but softer?

Fresh goat cheese is the softest substitute. It is spreadable and tangy. A soft feta itself, sold in brine, is also softer. For this flatbread pizza recipe, a soft cheese adds a lovely creamy texture. It mixes well with the lemon yogurt.

*Fun fact: Sumac, in our spice mix, is a tart berry. It adds a lemony zing without any juice!*

I hope these cheese tips help you customize your kitchen creations. Which tip will you try first?

From My Kitchen to Yours

I hope you love making this Mediterranean flatbread pizza. It brings the flavors of a sunny market right to your table. Cooking should be fun, not fussy.

I would love to hear about your cooking adventure. Tell me what you thought. Did you try a different cheese? How did your family like it?

Your stories are my favorite thing to read. Please share them with me below. Have you tried this recipe? Let’s chat all about it.

Happy cooking!

—Marina Caldwell

Hummus and Feta Flatbread Pizza

Author: Marina Caldwell Cooking Method:Stovetop Broiling Frying Cuisine:Mediterranean Courses:Lunch Dinner Main

Difficulty:BeginnerPrep time: 20 minutesCook time: 25 minutesRest time: Total time: 45 minutesServings:4 servingsCalories:713 kcal Best Season:Summer

Description

A Mediterranean-inspired flatbread pizza featuring spiced ground meat, creamy hummus, tangy feta, and crispy chickpeas, all drizzled with lemon yogurt and cilantro oil.

Ingredients

Spice Mixture:

• 2 tsp kosher salt
• 2 tsp ground cumin
• 2 tsp sesame seeds
• 1 tsp black pepper
• 1 tsp oregano
• 1/2 tsp sweet paprika
• 1/2 tsp sumac
• 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper

Meat Filling:

• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 lb ground beef or lamb
• 2 tbsp spice mixture (See above)

Toppings:

• 1 bunch cilantro
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 lemon, juice of half
• 1/2 cup plain yogurt
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 15 oz chickpeas, drained
• 1 tbsp spice mixture above
• 1 cup Mediterranean hummus, homemade or store bought
• 1/2 cup feta cheese

Pan Fry:

• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 lb pizza dough

Instructions

1. Mix together the spices in a small bowl.
2. In a large skillet, brown ground lamb (or beef if preferred) and 2 tablespoons of the spice mixture in olive oil and break down into small crumbles. Remove from pan, cover with foil to keep warm and set aside. Leave oil in pan.
3. Using an immersion blender or processor, puree the cilantro, oil and salt. Set aside.
4. In a small bowl whisk together the yogurt and juice from half of a lemon. Set aside.
5. Pat chickpeas dry with paper towel and fry in skillet with tablespoon of olive oil. Season with remaining tablespoon of the spice mixture and cook until crispy. Set aside and turn on your oven broiler.
6. Divide the pizza dough into 4 equal portions. Use your hands to flatten and stretch each piece of dough into a 8-10-inch rectangle. Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in skillet used for chickpeas. Fry pizza dough for one minute on each side, or until golden crispy and brown. Remove and place on a paper towel to drain. Repeat with remaining dough, using more oil as needed.
7. Spread 2 tablespoons hummus on each fried flatbread. Top with browned lamb, crumble feta cheese on top and place on baking sheet. Place under broiler for a minute to warm melt cheese. Remove from broiler, drizzle with lemon yogurt, cilantro oil and sprinkle with pan fried chickpeas. Serve immediately.

Notes

For a lighter option, you can use ground turkey or a plant-based meat alternative. The flatbreads can also be baked instead of pan-fried if preferred.

Keywords:Hummus, Feta, Flatbread, Pizza, Mediterranean, Ground Beef, Lamb