Vegetable Pizza is a colorful, delicious, and easy-to-make dish loaded with fresh veggies, melted cheese, and flavorful sauce on a crisp crust. It’s perfect for a light dinner, party snack, or weekend treat. You can use homemade dough or store-bought crust to make it quick and simple, while the fresh vegetables add a bright and satisfying crunch.
1. Cooking Time: 30 minutes
2. Serving: 4 servings
3. Ingredients:
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1 pizza crust (store-bought or homemade, about 12 inches)
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½ cup pizza sauce or marinara sauce
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1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
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½ cup sliced bell peppers (red, yellow, or green)
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½ cup sliced mushrooms
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½ small red onion, thinly sliced
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½ cup cherry tomatoes, halved
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¼ cup black olives, sliced
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½ cup baby spinach leaves
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1 teaspoon olive oil
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½ teaspoon dried oregano
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Salt and pepper to taste
4. Instructions:
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Preheat oven: Set oven to 450°F (230°C). Lightly grease a pizza pan or baking sheet.
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Prepare crust: If using homemade dough, roll it out on a floured surface to fit your pan. Place it on the prepared pan. Brush lightly with olive oil.
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Add sauce: Spread pizza sauce evenly over the crust, leaving about 1 inch around the edges.
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Add cheese: Sprinkle half of the mozzarella cheese over the sauce.
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Add toppings: Arrange bell peppers, mushrooms, red onion, tomatoes, olives, and spinach evenly on top. Sprinkle with remaining cheese, oregano, salt, and pepper.
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Bake: Place in the preheated oven and bake for 12–15 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
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Serve: Remove from the oven, let cool for a minute, slice, and enjoy warm.
5. Nutrition (per serving):
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Calories: 310
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Protein: 14g
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Fat: 13g
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Carbohydrates: 35g
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Fiber: 3g
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Sugar: 5g
6. Tips:
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For extra flavor, sprinkle red chili flakes or fresh basil after baking.
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Add a drizzle of balsamic glaze or pesto for a gourmet touch.
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Use whole wheat or cauliflower crust for a healthier option.
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Mix and match veggies like zucchini, artichokes, or roasted corn.
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To make it crispier, pre-bake the crust for 5 minutes before adding the toppings.
