Ultimate Customizable Veggie Pizza
Elevate your pizza night with this delicious and versatile veggie pizza, perfect for any occasion, especially a cozy Friday night! This recipe allows you to customize your toppings to suit your taste. On one side, enjoy savory mushrooms and fresh Roma tomatoes, while the other is loaded with vibrant red and green bell peppers, alongside hearty black olives. Feel free to swap in your favorite vegetables to make it truly yours. Each slice is generously topped with gooey mozzarella cheese, ensuring a delightful burst of flavors in every bite. Enjoy this tasty dish with family and friends, making it a memorable meal to share together!
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Servings
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Calories
8
Ingredients
Ingredients
Pillsbury refrigerated pizza dough
1 (13 7/8 ounce can)
Pizza sauce or spaghetti sauce
1/2 cup (ready to use)
Black olives
1 (2 1/2 ounce can, sliced)
Red bell pepper
1/2 cup (in strips)
Green bell pepper
1/2 cup (in strips)
Mushrooms
1 cup (sliced)
Mozzarella cheese
8 ounces (shredded)
Tomatoes
1/2 cup (sliced, optional (Roma variety recommended))
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2
Unroll and spread the Pillsbury refrigerated pizza dough onto a greased large sheet pan, ensuring even coverage.
3
Prebake the pizza crust in the preheated oven for about 8 minutes, until it starts to set but is not fully cooked.
4
Remove the crust from the oven and allow it to cool slightly before spreading a generous layer of pizza or spaghetti sauce evenly over the surface.
5
Sprinkle half of the shredded mozzarella cheese evenly across the sauce to create a base layer.
6
Add your chosen vegetables (dividing them as desired for half-and-half toppings) on top of the cheese layer. Use mushrooms and sliced tomatoes on one side and red and green pepper strips with black olives on the other side.
7
Finish by sprinkling the remaining mozzarella cheese over the top of the veggies.
8
Return the pizza to the oven and bake for an additional 8 to 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the crust is golden brown.
9
Once cooked, remove the pizza from the oven, allow it to cool slightly, then slice into 12 pieces. Enjoy your piping hot customizable veggie pizza!
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Ultimate Customizable Veggie Pizza?
It is a versatile pizza recipe that allows you to customize toppings, typically featuring mushrooms, Roma tomatoes, bell peppers, and black olives with mozzarella cheese.
At what temperature should the oven be preheated?
The oven should be preheated to 400°F (200°C).
What type of pizza dough is recommended?
The recipe specifies a 13 7/8 ounce can of Pillsbury refrigerated pizza dough.
How long should the pizza crust be prebaked?
The crust should be prebaked for about 8 minutes until it starts to set.
What kind of sauce can be used for this pizza?
You can use 1/2 cup of either pizza sauce or spaghetti sauce.
How much mozzarella cheese is needed?
The recipe calls for 8 ounces of shredded mozzarella cheese.
How is the mozzarella cheese applied to the pizza?
Half of the cheese is sprinkled over the sauce as a base layer, and the remaining half is sprinkled over the vegetables.
What toppings are suggested for the first side of the pizza?
One side is topped with savory mushrooms and fresh Roma tomatoes.
What toppings are suggested for the second side of the pizza?
The other side is loaded with red and green bell pepper strips and black olives.
How many mushrooms are required for this recipe?
You will need 1 cup of sliced mushrooms.
How should the bell peppers be prepared?
Both the red and green bell peppers should be cut into strips, using 1/2 cup of each.
What type of olives are used and how are they prepared?
The recipe uses one 2 1/2 ounce can of sliced black olives.
Are tomatoes a required ingredient?
No, tomatoes are listed as optional, though the Roma variety is recommended.
How many ingredients are in this recipe in total?
There are 8 ingredients listed for this pizza.
What is the final baking time after adding toppings?
The pizza should bake for an additional 8 to 10 minutes.
How do I know when the pizza is finished cooking?
The pizza is done when the cheese is melted and bubbly and the crust is golden brown.
How many slices does this pizza yield?
The recipe yields 12 slices.
Is this recipe suitable for vegetarians?
Yes, it is tagged as a vegetarian and meatless meal.
Can I substitute the vegetables in this recipe?
Yes, the recipe is designed to be customizable, allowing you to swap in your favorite vegetables.
What kind of pan should be used?
A greased large sheet pan should be used for spreading the dough.
Is there any nutritional information available for this recipe?
No, the nutritional details such as calories, fat, and protein are not provided.
What are some tags associated with this recipe?
Tags include pizza, veggie pizza, vegetarian, customizable, easy recipe, family dinner, and snacks.
Is this recipe good for a weekend?
Yes, it is specifically tagged for weekend cooking and a cozy Friday night.
Should the pizza sauce be ready to use?
Yes, the recipe suggests using a ready-to-use pizza or spaghetti sauce.
How much tomato should I use if I include it?
The recipe suggests 1/2 cup of sliced tomatoes.
Does the pizza need to cool before slicing?
Yes, you should allow it to cool slightly before slicing it into 12 pieces.
Is the mozzarella cheese fresh or shredded?
The recipe specifically calls for shredded mozzarella cheese.
What is the serving size for this pizza?
The specific serving size is not defined beyond the total yield of 12 slices.
Can I use a different brand of pizza dough?
While Pillsbury is recommended, any similar refrigerated pizza dough should work.
What is the recipe ID for this dish?
The recipe ID is ultimate-customizable-veggie-pizza.