Although it can be a comfortable feeling to place the same order each time you visit your local pizza restaurant, there's value in considering other pies on the menu, too. During a visit when you feel like trying something new, browse the menu to see if the restaurant has a Mediterranean pizza. This type of pie is on the menus of many establishments and offers several toppings and flavors that you don't get with other types of pizza. While the toppings on a Mediterranean pie can vary a little between restaurants, here are some things that you can expect to find. 

Marinated Chicken

The primary protein source on a Mediterranean pizza is usually chicken. Often, the pieces of chicken have been marinated in a combination of oil and spices, which will help to increase the flavor of every bite. Although you'll find breaded pieces of chicken on certain types of pizza—Buffalo chicken pizza, for example—the chicken on Mediterranean pizzas isn't typically breaded.

Kalamata Olives

While you'll often find green and black olives on all sorts of pizzas, it's common to see kalamata olives on Mediterranean pies. This type of olive is easily recognizable because of its purplish-brown color and has a rich flavor that sets it apart from some other olive types. Whereas green and black olives typically appear in rings, the kalamata olives on Mediterranean pizzas are typically sliced lengthwise for a different look.

Feta Cheese

A lot of Mediterranean pizzas have a standard amount of mozzarella cheese on them but often include some feta cheese too. This type of cheese may appear in crumbled pieces or in small cubes. The addition of feta cheese to your pizza adds a tangy and salty quality that you'll enjoy with each bite.

Zucchini

It's also common to find slices of zucchini on a Mediterranean pizza, which can be nice if you enjoy this vegetable. You won't often find zucchini on other types of pizza, which helps to give your Mediterranean pie a unique look and taste. On its own, zucchini doesn't possess a high degree of flavor, but many pizza restaurants—particularly those that focus on gourmet pizzas—marinate their zucchini in oil and spices that are prevalent in Mediterranean cuisine. The list of spices can include oregano, garlic, and more.

If you're interested in trying a different type of pizza during your next pizza restaurant visit, look for a Mediterranean pie on the menu.