The Best Vegetarian Pizza
Crafted to satisfy even the most discerning pizza lover, "The Best Vegetarian Pizza" is a vibrant, flavor-packed masterpiece featuring a medley of fresh, colorful vegetables atop a golden, crispy crust. With a harmonious blend of sautéed mushrooms, sweet bell peppers, juicy cherry tomatoes, and tender baby spinach, this pizza is elevated by the perfect layer of melty mozzarella and a pop of zesty Italian spices. A drizzle of olive oil ensures a rich flavor, while a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese adds a gourmet finish. Quick and easy to prepare, this recipe takes just 35 minutes from start to finish, making it perfect for a weeknight dinner or casual gathering. Whether you're a seasoned vegetarian or simply looking to enjoy a meatless meal, this delicious homemade pizza will become your new go-to for satisfying cravings and impressing your guests.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb Pizza dough
- 0.75 cup Pizza sauce
- 2 cups Shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup Sliced bell peppers (mixed colors)
- 0.5 cup Sliced red onion
- 0.75 cup Sliced mushrooms
- 0.5 cup Cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 0.25 cup Black olives (sliced)
- 1 cup Baby spinach leaves
- 1 tbsp Olive oil
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 0.5 tsp Garlic powder
- 0.25 tsp Red pepper flakes (optional)
- 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese (grated, optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C) and place a pizza stone or an inverted baking sheet on the middle rack to heat up.
On a floured surface, roll out the pizza dough into a 12-inch circle. Transfer the dough to a piece of parchment paper for easy handling.
Brush the surface of the dough lightly with olive oil to prevent sogginess and to enhance flavor.
Spread the pizza sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a 1-inch border around the edges for the crust.
Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the sauce.
Distribute the sliced bell peppers, red onion, mushrooms, cherry tomatoes, black olives, and baby spinach evenly over the cheese.
Sprinkle Italian seasoning, garlic powder, and red pepper flakes (if using) over the toppings to enhance the flavor.
Carefully transfer the pizza (with the parchment paper) onto the preheated pizza stone or baking sheet in the oven.
Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown, the cheese is melted, and the toppings are cooked through.
Remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool for 2-3 minutes. If desired, sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese on top for an extra layer of flavor.
Slice the pizza into wedges, serve, and enjoy your delicious vegetarian creation!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2417 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 101.1 g | 130% | |
| Saturated Fat | 43.2 g | 216% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 184 mg | 61% | |
| Sodium | 6204 mg | 270% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 250.6 g | 91% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 32.5 g | 116% | |
| Total Sugars | 28.4 g | ||
| Protein | 129.8 g | 260% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 2539 mg | 195% | |
| Iron | 19.8 mg | 110% | |
| Potassium | 2636 mg | 56% | |
*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.
