Tofu Pizza
Craving pizza but looking for a unique twist? This Tofu Pizza recipe is a game-changer that combines creativity with bold flavors! Featuring a crispy, protein-packed tofu crust, this plant-based delight is topped with zesty pizza sauce, gooey mozzarella, and a colorful medley of fresh vegetables like bell peppers, mushrooms, and red onions. Infused with garlic powder and oregano, the tofu base offers a savory, herbaceous bite that's both satisfying and nutritious. Ready in under an hour, this customizable and gluten-free-friendly recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or weekend gatherings. Garnish it with fresh basil for a gourmet touch, and enjoy a wholesome, mouthwatering spin on classic pizza!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 block (14 oz) Firm tofu
- 1 cup All-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons Cornmeal
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 1 tablespoon, plus extra for greasing Olive oil
- 0.75 cup Pizza sauce
- 1 cup Shredded mozzarella cheese
- 0.5 cup Bell peppers, sliced
- 0.5 cup Mushrooms, sliced
- 0.25 cup Red onion, thinly sliced
- 0.25 cup Black olives, sliced
- 5 pieces (optional) Fresh basil leaves
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and lightly grease it with olive oil.
Drain the tofu and press it to remove excess moisture. You can use a tofu press or wrap it in a clean kitchen towel and place a heavy object on top for 15 minutes.
Crumble the pressed tofu into a large mixing bowl until it resembles fine crumbs.
Add the all-purpose flour, cornmeal, garlic powder, dried oregano, and salt to the bowl with the crumbled tofu. Mix well until a dough-like consistency forms.
Knead the dough lightly with your hands, then transfer it to the prepared baking sheet. Press and shape the mixture into a thin, round pizza crust, about 1/4 inch thick.
Brush the crust with 1 tablespoon of olive oil and bake it in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until lightly golden and firm to the touch.
Remove the crust from the oven and spread the pizza sauce evenly over the top, leaving about 1/2 inch of space around the edges.
Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese over the sauce, followed by the bell peppers, mushrooms, red onion, and black olives.
Return the pizza to the oven and bake for an additional 10-12 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool for a couple of minutes. Garnish with fresh basil leaves if desired.
Slice the pizza into wedges and serve hot. Enjoy your homemade tofu pizza!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1628 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 72.5 g | 93% | |
| Saturated Fat | 21.0 g | 105% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 80 mg | 27% | |
| Sodium | 3738 mg | 163% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 165.9 g | 60% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 22.3 g | 80% | |
| Total Sugars | 24.9 g | ||
| Protein | 91.8 g | 184% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 1535 mg | 118% | |
| Iron | 18.0 mg | 100% | |
| Potassium | 2333 mg | 50% | |
*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.
