Ingredients and Weight:
- Pizza crust: 1 large (approximately 25cm x 30cm)
- Tomato sauce: 300 grams
- Grated tomato: 1 large
- Fresh basil leaves: 10-15 leaves
- Red bell peppers: 1, sliced into thin strips
- Yellow bell peppers: 1, sliced into thin strips
- Zucchini: 1 small, sliced into thin rounds
- Black olives: 50 grams, pitted and sliced
- Vegan mozzarella cheese: 2 cups (for topping)
Preparation Time:
- Preparation: 30 minutes
- Cooking: 20-25 minutes
- Total: 55-60 minutes
Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 475 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Prepare the pizza crust by either buying a pre-made one or making your own.
- Spread the tomato sauce evenly over the pizza crust.
- Layer the grated tomato, red and yellow bell pepper strips, zucchini rounds, and black olive slices onto the pizza.
- Sprinkle with fresh basil leaves.
- Top with vegan mozzarella cheese.
- Place the pizza in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbling.
- Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before slicing and serving.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: Approximately 400-500 per serving (depending on crust type and amount of cheese used)
- Carbohydrates, protein, fats, fiber, etc. will vary based on ingredients used.
Dish Characteristics:
- Vegan-friendly option with vegan mozzarella cheese.
- Full of vegetables, providing a healthy and delicious option for pizza lovers.
- Customizable based on personal preference for toppings and crust type.
User Comments:
- "This veggie pizza is so fresh and flavorful! The combination of vegetables is perfect."
- "I love how easy it is to make this at home, yet it tastes like a five-star dish."
- "The vegan mozzarella cheese was a great surprise, it tasted just like the real thing!"
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Make sure to use fresh ingredients for best results.
- If using a homemade pizza crust, ensure it is properly pre-baked before adding toppings to avoid a soggy crust.
- Adjust the amount of tomato sauce based on personal preference for a stronger or milder tomato flavor.