Veggie Pizza Recipe

5 from 6 votes

Pizza is one of those foods associated with unhealthy, heavy, oily ingredients, but this veggie pizza changes the game. I use whole wheat dough, fresh bell peppers, and juicy tomatoes for a homemade meal that comes together in just 30 minutes, providing all the traditional comforts of pizza while remaining wholesome.

Prep Time15

Cook Time15

Total Time30

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American

Servings: servings

Calories: 219kcal

Author: Anjali Shah

Ingredients

1 green pepper diced
1 red onion diced
1 roma tomato thinly sliced
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
¾ cup pizza sauce
1 package Fresh whole wheat pizza dough (I get the one from Trader Joe’s, but any grocery store or pizza shop should sell this)
Dried oregano to taste
Garlic powder to taste
Crushed red pepper to taste

Instructions

First, cut your veggies, and spread out the pizza dough using your hands (much faster & easier than using a rolling pin)
Top the dough with sauce, sprinkle dried oregano and garlic powder on top of the sauce, and then top with veggies & cheese.
Bake in a 450 degree oven for about 10 minutes until the cheese has melted and the crust has lightly browned.
Let stand for about 5-10 minutes, slice and enjoy!

Video

https://youtu.be/eNbGB4_gIJs

Notes

My #1 Secret Tip for this veggie pizza recipe is to bake the pizza on a very hot surface, such as a pizza stone or a preheated baking sheet. This helps my crust cook quickly and creates a crisp base that supports the toppings rather than absorbing all the moisture.
Roll out onto a floured surface: I cut my dough into even pieces and roll out on a floured surface. This makes it easier to transfer onto a baking sheet without sticking.
Brush with olive oil: For a more caramelized crust, I brush my dough with a bit of olive oil.
Shape directly on baking tray: For easier management, I sometimes shape my dough directly onto my baking sheet to keep the thin shape.
Use a light layer of sauce: I make sure to spread a thin layer of sauce so the crust does not become soggy.
Rest before cutting: I allow my pizza to rest on a wire rack before cutting. This gives the toppings a chance to settle and allows for cleaner slices.

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