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Vegetarian Pizza Delight

Elevate Your Dinner with Our Flavorful Vegetarian Pizza

4servings
28 min
Easy
Weeknight-friendly timingMacros ready to logFeeds a hungry crew
Vegetarian Pizza Delight

About this recipe

Our Vegetarian Pizza Delight is a vibrant and wholesome take on a classic. Loaded with colorful vegetables and fresh basil, this pizza offers a taste adventure that's both satisfying and nutritious. Whether you're a long-time vegetarian or just exploring meatless meals, this recipe will impress your taste buds with its balanced flavors and aromatic spices.

Ingredients

  • 1 pre-made pizza dough
  • 1/2 cup tomato sauce
  • 3/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup sliced mushrooms
  • 1/2 cup sliced bell peppers
  • 1/2 cup sliced onions
  • 1/2 cup sliced black olives
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
  • 1 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)

Directions

  1. 1

    Preheat the oven to 500°F and place a baking stone or steel inside.

  2. 2

    Roll out the pizza dough to roughly 14 inches in diameter.

  3. 3

    Place the dough on a floured peel to prevent sticking.

  4. 4

    Spread the tomato sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a 1-inch border.

  5. 5

    Sprinkle mozzarella cheese over the sauce.

  6. 6

    Top with mushrooms, bell peppers, onions, and black olives.

  7. 7

    Drizzle olive oil over the toppings and sprinkle red pepper flakes if desired.

  8. 8

    Transfer the pizza to the hot stone and bake for 10-13 minutes until the crust is golden and the cheese bubbly.

  9. 9

    Remove from the oven and top with fresh basil. Let cool before slicing.

Chef's tip

Experiment with different cheeses like feta or gouda for a unique twist. Adding pre-sautéed garlic can enhance the flavor profile.

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