Italian Vegetable Rice Pizza

Experience a delightful fusion of Italian flavors and wholesome ingredients with this Italian Vegetable Rice Pizza! Crafted with a unique rice-based crust made from cooked white or brown rice, eggs, and Parmesan cheese, this gluten-free pizza alternative is both hearty and satisfying. The crust is baked to golden perfection and topped with marinara sauce, melty mozzarella, and a vibrant medley of fresh vegetables, including zucchini, red bell pepper, cherry tomatoes, and red onion. A sprinkle of Italian herbs and a drizzle of olive oil elevate the flavor profile, while fresh basil adds a fragrant finishing touch. Perfect for a light dinner or a creative dish to share, this veggie-packed pizza is as delicious as it is nutritious.

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups Cooked white or brown rice
• 2 Eggs
• 0.5 cups Grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 cups Mozzarella cheese, shredded
• 0.75 cups Marinara or pizza sauce
• 1 Zucchini, thinly sliced
• 0.5 Red bell pepper, thinly sliced
• 0.5 cups Cherry tomatoes, halved
• 0.25 Red onion, thinly sliced
• 0.5 teaspoons Dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoons Dried basil
• 0.25 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 0.25 cups Fresh basil leaves (optional for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a large round baking sheet or pizza pan with parchment paper or lightly grease it with olive oil.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked rice, eggs, grated Parmesan cheese, and a pinch of salt and black pepper. Mix well until the ingredients are evenly incorporated.

Step 3

Transfer the rice mixture onto the prepared baking sheet. Use your hands or a spatula to press the mixture into an even, thin crust that resembles a pizza base.

Step 4

Bake the rice crust in the preheated oven for 15 minutes, or until it becomes firm and lightly golden brown.

Step 5

While the crust is baking, prepare your vegetable toppings. Thinly slice the zucchini, red bell pepper, red onion, and halve the cherry tomatoes.

Step 6

Remove the crust from the oven and evenly spread the marinara or pizza sauce over the surface.

Step 7

Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese over the sauce layer.

Step 8

Arrange the sliced vegetables (zucchini, bell pepper, onion, and cherry tomatoes) on top of the cheese in an even layer.

Step 9

Drizzle 1 tablespoon of olive oil over the vegetables and sprinkle the dried oregano, dried basil, and a pinch of salt and pepper on top for seasoning.

Step 10

Return the pizza to the oven and bake for another 12-15 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and the vegetables are tender.

Step 11

Remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool for 5 minutes. Garnish with fresh basil leaves, if desired.

Step 12

Slice into wedges and serve warm. Enjoy your Italian Vegetable Rice Pizza!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1172.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1585.1

Total Fat 76.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 30.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 500mg	0%
Sodium 2939.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 151.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.4g	0%
Total Sugars 22.7g
Protein 72.0g	0%

Vitamin D 82IU	0%
Calcium 1467.6mg	0%
Iron 13.9mg	0%
Potassium 1702.2mg	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: 43.7%

Protein: 18.2%

Carbs: 38.2%