Vegetarian Thin Crust Sausage Pizza
Savor the perfect blend of bold flavors with our Vegetarian Thin Crust Sausage Pizza, a delightful twist on a classic favorite. This recipe features a crispy thin crust foundation brushed with olive oil to ensure a golden, perfectly textured base. Topped with flavorful vegetarian sausage, melty mozzarella and Parmesan, and a vibrant medley of fresh veggies—including red bell peppers, red onions, and mushrooms—every bite bursts with savory goodness. Accented with aromatic dried oregano and finished with fresh basil leaves for a touch of herbal brightness, this pizza is a crowd-pleaser that’s both hearty and wholesome. Ready in just over 30 minutes, it’s an ideal option for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings. Serve with a sprinkle of crushed red pepper flakes for a spicy kick and enjoy the ultimate homemade pizza experience!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 piece Pizza dough (store-bought or homemade, thin crust)
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 links Vegetarian sausage
- 0.5 cup Pizza sauce
- 1 cup Shredded mozzarella cheese
- 0.25 cup Shredded Parmesan cheese
- 0.5 piece Red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 0.25 piece Red onion, thinly sliced
- 0.5 cup Button mushrooms, thinly sliced
- 6 leaves Fresh basil leaves
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 0.25 teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C) and place a pizza stone or baking sheet in the oven to heat up.
Roll out the thin crust pizza dough on a lightly floured surface into a 12-inch round or rectangle.
Carefully transfer the dough onto a sheet of parchment paper for easy handling.
Brush the surface of the dough with 1 tablespoon of olive oil to prevent it from getting soggy under the toppings.
Cook the vegetarian sausage links according to package instructions. Once cooled, slice them into small rounds or crumble into bite-sized pieces.
Spread the pizza sauce evenly across the dough, leaving about 1/2 inch of space around the edges as a crust.
Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the sauce, followed by the shredded Parmesan cheese.
Evenly distribute the sliced vegetarian sausage, red bell pepper, red onion, and button mushrooms across the pizza.
Sprinkle the dried oregano on top of the toppings for added flavor.
Drizzle the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil over the pizza, especially the edges of the crust.
Carefully slide the parchment paper with the pizza onto the preheated pizza stone or baking sheet in the oven.
Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbling and slightly browned.
Remove the pizza from the oven and top with fresh basil leaves and, if desired, a pinch of crushed red pepper flakes for a hint of spice.
Let the pizza cool for 2-3 minutes before slicing and serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
795 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 39.4 g | 51% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.9 g | 64% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 50 mg | 17% | |
| Sodium | 1705 mg | 74% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 74.1 g | 27% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.2 g | 26% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.3 g | ||
| Protein | 41.1 g | 82% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 595 mg | 46% | |
| Iron | 4.8 mg | 27% | |
| Potassium | 769 mg | 16% | |
*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.
