Deep Dish Veggie Pizza

Sink your teeth into this delicious homemade Deep Dish Veggie Pizza, a hearty and satisfying twist on the classic. With its golden, buttery crust pressed high into a deep dish pan, this pizza is generously layered with a medley of fresh vegetables—including baby spinach, mushrooms, bell peppers, and red onions—creating a vibrant and flavor-packed filling. A zesty homemade tomato sauce infused with garlic, oregano, and basil ties it all together, while gooey mozzarella and savory Parmesan cheeses melt to perfection on top. Perfect for vegetarians and pizza lovers alike, this crowd-pleasing recipe combines the comforting appeal of deep-dish style with wholesome, veggie-packed goodness. Easy to make and bursting with flavor, it’s the ideal centerpiece for your next family dinner or casual gathering.

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:40 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 3 cups All-purpose flour
• 1.25 cups Warm water
• 1 tbsp Sugar
• 2.25 tsp Active dry yeast
• 1 tsp Salt
• 0.25 cup Olive oil
• 14 oz Crushed tomatoes
• 2 cloves Garlic
• 1 tsp Dried oregano
• 1 tsp Dried basil
• 2 cups Shredded mozzarella cheese
• 0.5 cups Grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 medium Bell pepper (sliced)
• 0.5 medium Red onion (sliced)
• 2 cups Baby spinach
• 1 cup Mushrooms (sliced)
• 0.5 cup Black olives (sliced)

Directions

Step 1

In a small bowl, mix warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until frothy.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine flour and salt. Add the yeast mixture and olive oil. Mix until the dough comes together.

Step 3

Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Place in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a clean towel, and let rise for 1 hour or until doubled in size.

Step 4

While the dough rises, prepare the sauce. In a saucepan over medium heat, sauté minced garlic in 1 tablespoon of olive oil until fragrant (about 1 minute). Add crushed tomatoes, oregano, basil, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Simmer for 10-15 minutes, then set aside to cool slightly.

Step 5

Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Lightly grease a 9-inch deep-dish pizza pan or cast-iron skillet.

Step 6

Once the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it out into a circle large enough to cover the base and sides of the pizza pan. Carefully press the dough into the pan, making sure it extends up the sides.

Step 7

Sprinkle a thin layer of shredded mozzarella cheese over the base of the dough to help prevent it from getting soggy. Layer the spinach, mushrooms, bell pepper, red onion, and black olives on top.

Step 8

Spread the prepared tomato sauce evenly over the vegetables. Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella cheese and the Parmesan cheese over the sauce.

Step 9

Bake the pizza in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly and lightly browned.

Step 10

Remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool for 5 minutes before slicing and serving. Enjoy your homemade deep dish veggie pizza!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1903.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3167.1

Total Fat 141.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 49.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.3g
Cholesterol 200.6mg	0%
Sodium 5580.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 345.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 26.9g	0%
Total Sugars 35.1g
Protein 125.4g	0%

Vitamin D 9.8IU	0%
Calcium 2365.9mg	0%
Iron 26.0mg	0%
Potassium 2248.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 40.3%

Protein: 15.9%

Carbs: 43.8%