Description
Veggie Pizza Delight is a fresh, colorful pizza loaded with vegetables and melted cheese on a golden, crispy crust. It’s a satisfying and customizable homemade meal that delivers comfort and flavor in every bite.
Ingredients
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 packet (2 1/4 tsp) active dry yeast
- 3/4 cup warm water
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup tomato sauce or pizza sauce
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (for sauce)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 1/2 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1/2 bell pepper, sliced
- 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup mushrooms, sliced
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup black olives, sliced
- 1/2 cup spinach or arugula
- Fresh basil, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Combine warm water, yeast, and sugar. Let sit until foamy, about 5–10 minutes.
- Stir in flour, salt, and olive oil. Knead until smooth, then let rise for 1 hour in a warm place.
- Meanwhile, sauté garlic in olive oil, then add tomato sauce, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 10 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 475°F (245°C). Roll out dough on a floured surface and transfer to a baking sheet or pizza stone.
- Spread sauce over crust, top with mozzarella, and arrange vegetables evenly.
- Bake for 12–15 minutes until crust is golden and cheese is bubbling.
- Cool slightly before slicing. Garnish with fresh basil if desired.
Notes
- Pre-bake crust for 5–6 minutes to prevent sogginess.
- Use whole wheat or cauliflower crust for variations.
- Add artichokes, zucchini, or sun-dried tomatoes for variety.
- Drizzle with hot honey or sprinkle red pepper flakes for heat.
- Reheat in oven or skillet to restore crispiness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
