Vibrant Three-Pepper Harvest Pizza
Indulge in a burst of colors and flavors with our Vibrant Three-Pepper Harvest Pizza! This delightful pizza is more than just a meal; it's a celebration of summer’s bounty. The combination of fresh, garden-picked plum tomatoes, seasoned Italian sausage, and a trio of bell peppers creates a refreshing and wholesome dish that embodies the essence of seasonal cooking. Whether you choose to make your own pizza dough or opt for a convenient store-bought version, this recipe is the perfect way to clear out your vegetable drawer while delighting your taste buds. Ideal for a casual dinner or as a show-stopping dish for your next gathering, this pizza will surely be a hit!
3
Servings
400
Calories
11
Ingredients
Ingredients
pizza dough
1 (for one 12 inch pizza, rolled out)
extra virgin olive oil
1-2 tablespoons (for brushing on the dough)
plum tomatoes
6 (peeled, seeded, and diced)
mozzarella cheese
1/3 lb (thinly sliced)
salt
to taste (for seasoning)
black pepper
to taste (freshly ground for seasoning)
yellow bell pepper
1/2 (cut into 1/4 inch thick strips)
green bell pepper
1/2 (cut into 1/4 inch thick strips)
red bell pepper
1/2 (cut into 1/4 inch thick strips)
Italian sausage
1/4 lb (cut into 1/4 inch thick slices)
fresh oregano
1 tablespoon (chopped, divided)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C). Prepare a pizza pan by lightly greasing it.
2
Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface into a 12-inch round. Carefully transfer it to the greased pizza pan.
3
Drizzle the extra virgin olive oil over the rolled-out dough, and use a brush to evenly coat the surface.
4
Spread the peeled, seeded, and diced plum tomatoes over the dough, leaving a 1/2 inch border around the edges.
5
Layer the thinly sliced mozzarella cheese evenly atop the tomatoes, ensuring complete coverage.
6
Distribute the yellow, green, and red bell pepper strips across the cheese, followed by the slices of Italian sausage.
7
Sprinkle half of the chopped fresh oregano over the toppings, and season generously with salt and freshly ground pepper to taste.
8
Place the pizza in the preheated oven and bake for approximately 15 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly and slightly caramelized.
9
Once baked, remove from the oven and garnish with the remaining chopped oregano for an extra touch of freshness.
10
Allow the pizza to cool for about 5 minutes before slicing. Serve immediately and enjoy the vibrant flavors!
Nutrition Information
23g
Fat
30g
Carbs
20g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Vibrant Three-Pepper Harvest Pizza?
It is a colorful pizza featuring garden-picked plum tomatoes, Italian sausage, and a trio of bell peppers, celebrating summer's bounty.
How many servings does this recipe provide?
This recipe provides 3 servings.
What is the calorie count per serving?
Each serving contains 400 calories.
What temperature should I preheat the oven to?
Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C).
How long does the pizza need to bake?
Bake the pizza for approximately 15 minutes.
What types of bell peppers are used?
The recipe uses yellow, green, and red bell peppers.
How much Italian sausage is required?
You will need 1/4 lb of Italian sausage.
What kind of cheese is used on this pizza?
The recipe calls for 1/3 lb of thinly sliced mozzarella cheese.
How many plum tomatoes are needed?
The recipe requires 6 plum tomatoes.
How should the plum tomatoes be prepared?
The tomatoes should be peeled, seeded, and diced.
What size should the pizza dough be rolled out to?
Roll the dough into a 12-inch round.
How much protein is in each serving?
There are 20g of protein per serving.
What is the fat content per serving?
Each serving contains 23g of fat.
How many carbohydrates are in each serving?
There are 30g of carbohydrates per serving.
How should the bell peppers be sliced?
They should be cut into 1/4 inch thick strips.
What herb is used to season the pizza?
Fresh chopped oregano is used for seasoning and garnish.
How much olive oil is used?
1-2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil are used for brushing the dough.
When should I add the fresh oregano?
Sprinkle half before baking and use the remaining half as a garnish after baking.
How long should the pizza cool before slicing?
Allow the pizza to cool for about 5 minutes before slicing.
What should I look for to know the pizza is done?
The crust should be golden brown and the cheese should be bubbly and slightly caramelized.
Do I need to grease the pizza pan?
Yes, prepare the pizza pan by lightly greasing it.
How many ingredients are in this recipe?
There are 11 ingredients in total.
Can I use store-bought pizza dough?
Yes, you can use a convenient store-bought version or make your own.
How thick should the Italian sausage slices be?
The sausage should be cut into 1/4 inch thick slices.
What kind of tomatoes are recommended?
Plum tomatoes are recommended for this recipe.
Is this recipe considered a quick dinner?
Yes, it is tagged as a quick dinner and a simple way to clear out your vegetable drawer.
What is the total carbohydrate count?
The carbohydrate count is 30g per serving.
Should the mozzarella be shredded?
No, the recipe specifically calls for thinly sliced mozzarella cheese.
What is used to season the toppings?
The toppings are seasoned with salt and freshly ground pepper to taste.
How much oregano is used in total?
The recipe uses 1 tablespoon of chopped fresh oregano, divided.