Vegan Authentic Italian Pizza

Experience the vibrant flavors of Italy in this Vegan Authentic Italian Pizza, a plant-based twist on the classic favorite! This recipe combines a perfectly kneaded homemade dough with a rich tomato sauce infused with garlic and oregano, topped with colorful bell peppers, red onions, earthy mushrooms, fresh spinach, and aromatic basil. A generous sprinkle of melty vegan mozzarella cheese ties it all together, creating a pizza that’s crispy on the outside, airy on the inside, and bursting with authentic Italian taste. Perfect for sharing, this recipe is a delightful blend of tradition and innovation, offering a satisfying meal for vegans and pizza enthusiasts alike. With simple ingredients and step-by-step instructions, you’ll have a delicious, golden-brown pizza fresh from the oven in no time.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:90 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:110 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams All-purpose flour
• 1 packet Active dry yeast
• 325 ml Warm water
• 3 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Sugar
• 400 grams Canned crushed tomatoes
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 10 leaves Fresh basil
• 1 Bell pepper, sliced
• 0.5 Red onion, sliced
• 1 cup Mushrooms, sliced
• 1 cup Spinach leaves
• 150 grams Vegan mozzarella cheese

Directions

Step 1

In a large bowl, combine flour and salt. Separately, in a smaller bowl, mix warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let stand for about 5 minutes until foamy.

Step 2

Make a well in the center of the flour mixture and add the activated yeast mixture and olive oil. Stir until a dough begins to form.

Step 3

Transfer dough to a floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes until dough is smooth and elastic.

Step 4

Place the dough into a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until it has doubled in size.

Step 5

Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C).

Step 6

Punch down the risen dough and divide it into two equal portions. Roll each portion out into a round shape on a lightly floured surface.

Step 7

In a saucepan over medium heat, add canned crushed tomatoes, garlic powder, and dried oregano. Stir for 5-10 minutes to let flavors meld and then remove from heat.

Step 8

Spread a ladle of tomato sauce evenly onto each rolled-out pizza base.

Step 9

Scatter sliced bell pepper, red onion, mushrooms, spinach, and fresh basil leaves over the sauce.

Step 10

Sprinkle vegan mozzarella cheese evenly over the toppings.

Step 11

Carefully place prepared pizzas onto baking sheets or a pizza stone if available.

Step 12

Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbling.

Step 13

Remove from the oven, let cool for a couple of minutes, slice, and serve hot.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1710.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2791.5

Total Fat 75.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 28.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3982.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 431.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 27.0g	0%
Total Sugars 28.8g
Protein 71.7g	0%

Vitamin D 14IU	0%
Calcium 1042.6mg	0%
Iron 30.5mg	0%
Potassium 2922.4mg	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: 25.3%

Protein: 10.6%

Carbs: 64.1%