Gourmet Cruisers Vegetarian Pizza
Get ready to elevate pizza night with the vibrant and flavor-packed Gourmet Cruisers Vegetarian Pizza! This recipe combines a crispy, golden crust with a medley of fresh, colorful vegetables like cherry tomatoes, mushrooms, bell peppers, and spinach, all topped with gooey shredded mozzarella and a dash of dried herbs for an irresistible aroma. The base is brushed with garlic-infused olive oil and spread with rich tomato sauce, creating the perfect foundation for layers of wholesome, satisfying ingredients. A drizzle of olive oil and optional Parmesan add a gourmet touch, while fresh basil leaves bring a burst of brightness to every bite. Ready in just 35 minutes, this easy yet sophisticated recipe is a must-try for veggie lovers and pizza enthusiasts alike. Perfect as a shared meal for four, this vegetarian pizza is sure to delight your taste buds while keeping things light and fresh—an ideal choice for your next homemade pizza night!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 ball (about 12-14 inches in diameter when rolled out) Pizza dough
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 cloves (minced) Garlic
- 1 cup Tomato sauce
- 1.5 cups (shredded) Mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup (halved) Cherry tomatoes
- 0.5 cup (thinly sliced) Mushrooms
- 0.5 cup (thinly sliced) Red onion
- 0.5 cup (julienned, any color) Bell pepper
- 1 cup Fresh spinach
- 0.25 cup (sliced) Black olives
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon Dried basil
- 0.5 teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes
- 0.25 cup (grated, optional) Parmesan cheese
- 6 leaves (torn) Fresh basil
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C). If using a pizza stone, place it in the oven while preheating.
On a floured surface, roll out the pizza dough into a round shape about 12-14 inches in diameter. Transfer it to a pizza peel or baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Brush the rolled-out dough with 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Spread the minced garlic evenly over the surface.
Using the back of a spoon, spread the tomato sauce evenly across the dough, leaving a small border for the crust.
Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese over the tomato sauce, ensuring even coverage.
Layer the toppings: scatter cherry tomatoes, mushrooms, red onion slices, and bell pepper evenly across the pizza. Add the fresh spinach and sliced black olives on top.
Sprinkle dried oregano, dried basil, and crushed red pepper flakes evenly over the entire pizza.
Drizzle the remaining tablespoon of olive oil over the toppings for a touch of richness.
If desired, sprinkle a small amount of grated Parmesan cheese on the pizza for extra flavor.
Carefully slide the pizza onto the preheated pizza stone (or place the baking sheet directly in the oven) and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly.
Once baked, remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool for 2-3 minutes.
Garnish with torn fresh basil leaves before slicing and serving. Enjoy your Gourmet Cruisers Vegetarian Pizza hot!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1976 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 88.5 g | 113% | |
| Saturated Fat | 30.5 g | 152% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 132 mg | 44% | |
| Sodium | 3833 mg | 167% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 206.7 g | 75% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 24.0 g | 86% | |
| Total Sugars | 20.2 g | ||
| Protein | 93.1 g | 186% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.7 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 1633 mg | 126% | |
| Iron | 16.5 mg | 92% | |
| Potassium | 1661 mg | 35% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
