Topping Encyclopedia: Kalamata Olives on Pizza

Let’s talk pizza toppings. In this guide let’s talk about if Kalamata olives belongs on Pizza. Spoiler: of course it does, it’s yummy! There’s no vegetable quite like Kalamata olives, and I’ll explain why below.

Kalamata olives on Pizza

As a vegetable, Kalamata olives is a fairly common pizza topping.

Kalamata olives is so good on so many different pizzas, and pairs well with many other toppings.

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Did you know these Pizza facts?

This doesn’t have anything to do with Kalamata olives on pizza, however here are three random pizza facts for you to sound like an expert;

Pizza fact 1: Pizzas in Italy were originally square-shaped

Pizza fact 2: 93% of Americans have at least one slice of pizza per month

Pizza fact 3: October is National Pizza Month in the U.S.

Bonus Pizza Fact: We have lots of pizza articles on our website.

…which of these pizza facts did you already know?

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Kalamata olives goes on Pizza with…

I’m a big believer in trying many combinations of pizza toppings, until you find the ones that suit you the best. However, to help you navigate the multitude of pizza styles and toppings, try these;

Kalamata olives and Oysters

Peas and Kalamata olives

Kalamata olives and Buffalo Mozzarella

Don’t stop at those though, keep trying various combinations and amounts. I prefer 3-6 toppings; any more, and my pizza is too heavy and no topping stands out very well. That’s just my personal taste though.

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Does Kalamata olives belong on Pizza?

Haven’t you being paying attention? Absolutely, it does!

If the idea of Kalamata olives on pizza really doesn’t appeal, there are many other vegetables to try on your pizzas as well.

Heard this one? I’d tell you a joke about Pizza, but it’s just too cheesy. Ouch! Dad joke.

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Try Kalamata olives on your next pizza!

Try not say no to any topping combination, unless you have tried it before. Don’t ignore what you think are strange toppings; you may just love them.

The next time you order or make a pizza, why not try some Kalamata olives on it, it really is yummy. Perhaps even add some Buffalo Mozzarella?