Garden Delight Vegan Pizza
This vibrant and flavorful Garden Delight Vegan Pizza is a crowd-pleaser that will impress even the non-vegans at your table. The fresh veggies are beautifully arranged atop a homemade crust, creating a visual feast paired with a delectable combination of pesto and zesty pizza sauce. Our homemade crust is perfectly chewy and crisp, serving as a perfect canvas for a generous layer of creamy vegan mozzarella. The combination of sweet yellow and cherry tomatoes, aromatic red onion, and colorful bell peppers adds a fresh crunch that elevates each slice. Whether for a casual weeknight dinner or an impressive gathering, this pizza will leave everyone coming back for more!
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Servings
200
Calories
12
Ingredients
Ingredients
prepared pizza crust
2 medium (Use Healthy Italian Breadsticks or Pizza Crust (Recipe #252423))
pizza sauce
15 ounces (See Recipe #104173 for preparation)
pesto sauce
1/4 cup (Store-bought or homemade)
vegan mozzarella cheese
3 cups (Use Lisanatti's Almond Mozzarella style cheese or Veggie Shreds Mozzar)
yellow tomatoes
1/2 cup (sliced)
cherry tomatoes
1/2 cup (sliced)
yellow squash or zucchini
1 (cut into 1/8-inch rounds)
red onion
1/2 cup (sliced)
orange bell pepper
1/2 small (diced)
fresh mushrooms
6 (sliced (optional))
black olives
to taste (sliced (optional))
red pepper flakes
to taste (optional)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
2
Prepare the Healthy Italian Breadsticks or Pizza Crust (Recipe #252423) according to its instructions, baking it in the oven for 20 minutes until lightly browned.
3
Once the crust is ready, remove it from the oven and start layering the toppings. Begin by spreading the pesto sauce evenly over the crust, followed by the pizza sauce.
4
Sprinkle half of the vegan mozzarella cheese over the sauces.
5
Arrange the sliced yellow tomatoes and cherry tomatoes artistically on top followed by the sliced yellow squash or zucchini, creating an even distribution.
6
Scatter the red onion and diced orange bell pepper over the vegetables, and then sprinkle the remaining vegan cheese on top.
7
If you wish to add mushrooms and olives, scatter them over the pizza at this stage.
8
Finish with a sprinkle of red pepper flakes for an added kick, if desired.
9
Return the pizza to the oven and cook for another 10 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
10
Remove from the oven, slice, and serve hot. Enjoy your deliciously colorful Garden Delight Vegan Pizza!
Nutrition Information
10g
Fat
25g
Carbs
5g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Garden Delight Vegan Pizza?
It is a vibrant and flavorful vegan pizza featuring fresh vegetables, a homemade crust, pesto, and zesty pizza sauce designed to impress both vegans and non-vegans.
What temperature should the oven be set to?
The oven should be preheated to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
How long should the pizza crust be pre-baked?
The crust should be baked for 20 minutes until it is lightly browned before adding the toppings.
Which specific crust recipe is recommended?
The recipe suggests using the Healthy Italian Breadsticks or Pizza Crust (Recipe #252423).
What types of sauces are used on this pizza?
The pizza uses a combination of 1/4 cup of pesto sauce and 15 ounces of pizza sauce.
What vegan cheese is recommended for this recipe?
The recipe recommends using 3 cups of Lisanatti's Almond Mozzarella style cheese or Veggie Shreds Mozzarella.
What types of tomatoes are included?
The recipe calls for 1/2 cup of sliced yellow tomatoes and 1/2 cup of sliced cherry tomatoes.
How should the yellow squash or zucchini be prepared?
The yellow squash or zucchini should be cut into 1/8-inch rounds.
What color of bell pepper is used in this recipe?
The recipe uses 1/2 of a small orange bell pepper, diced.
Are mushrooms included in the Garden Delight Vegan Pizza?
Yes, 6 sliced fresh mushrooms can be added as an optional topping.
Can I add olives to this pizza?
Yes, sliced black olives can be added to taste as an optional ingredient.
How do I add a spicy kick to the pizza?
You can finish the pizza with a sprinkle of red pepper flakes for an added kick if desired.
How long does the pizza bake after the toppings are added?
After topping, return the pizza to the oven and cook for another 10 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
How many calories are in a serving of this pizza?
There are approximately 200 calories per serving.
What is the fat content per serving?
The fat content is 10g per serving.
How many carbohydrates are in this recipe?
There are 25g of carbohydrates per serving.
What is the protein content of the Garden Delight Vegan Pizza?
The pizza contains 5g of protein per serving.
How many ingredients are required for this recipe?
There are 12 total ingredients listed, including optional items.
Can I use store-bought pesto?
Yes, the recipe states you can use either store-bought or homemade pesto sauce.
What is the first step in layering the toppings?
The first step is to spread the pesto sauce evenly over the pre-baked crust, followed by the pizza sauce.
How is the cheese distributed during the assembly?
Half of the vegan mozzarella is sprinkled over the sauces before the vegetables, and the remaining half is sprinkled on top after the vegetables.
Is this recipe considered easy to make?
Yes, it is tagged as an 'easy recipe' and a great option for a casual weeknight dinner.
What type of onion is used?
The recipe calls for 1/2 cup of sliced red onion.
How many pizza crusts does this recipe make?
The ingredient list specifies 2 medium prepared pizza crusts.
What is the suggested serving style?
The pizza should be removed from the oven, sliced, and served hot.
Is this pizza suitable for parties?
Yes, it is tagged as 'party food' and described as a crowd-pleaser for gatherings.
Is there a specific recipe for the pizza sauce?
Yes, the recipe notes to see Recipe #104173 for the pizza sauce preparation.
What is the texture of the homemade crust?
The homemade crust is described as perfectly chewy and crisp.
Can I use zucchini instead of yellow squash?
Yes, the recipe allows for either one yellow squash or one zucchini.
Is this recipe vegetarian as well as vegan?
Yes, it is tagged as both vegan and vegetarian.