Vegan Gourmet Mushroom Pizza Slice

Indulge in the earthy, savory delight of this Vegan Gourmet Mushroom Pizza Slice—a plant-based masterpiece that marries rich flavors with impressive presentation. Built on a crispy whole wheat crust brushed with garlic-infused olive oil, this pizza features a trio of sautéed mushrooms—baby bella, shiitake, and oyster—that bring layers of umami to every bite. Topped with gooey vegan mozzarella, fresh basil, zesty lemon, and a peppery arugula finish, it’s all tied together with a drizzle of sweet, tangy balsamic glaze. Perfectly balanced and irresistibly gourmet, this dairy-free pizza is a satisfying option for vegans and mushroom lovers alike. Ready in just 35 minutes, it’s the ultimate recipe for an elevated meatless meal or a show-stopping appetizer for your next gathering.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 12-inch Whole wheat pizza crust
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 large Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 cup Baby bella mushrooms, sliced
• 1 cup Shiitake mushrooms, sliced
• 1 cup Oyster mushrooms, torn into pieces
• 1 cup Vegan mozzarella cheese, shredded
• 1 handful Fresh basil leaves
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon Red chili flakes
• 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
• 1 cup Arugula
• 1 tablespoon Balsamic glaze

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C) and prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

Place the whole wheat pizza crust on the prepared baking sheet.

Step 3

In a small bowl, mix 1 tablespoon of olive oil with the minced garlic.

Step 4

Brush the garlic-infused olive oil evenly over the pizza crust.

Step 5

In a skillet over medium heat, add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil and sauté the baby bella, shiitake, and oyster mushrooms for 5-7 minutes, until they are soft and golden. Season with salt and black pepper.

Step 6

Spread the sautéed mushrooms evenly over the garlic-brushed crust.

Step 7

Sprinkle the shredded vegan mozzarella cheese evenly over the mushroom layer.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes, until the cheese is melted and the crust edges are golden and crispy.

Step 9

Remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool for 5 minutes.

Step 10

Top the pizza with fresh basil leaves, lemon zest, arugula, and a pinch of red chili flakes for a touch of heat.

Step 11

Drizzle the balsamic glaze over the arugula-topped pizza.

Step 12

Slice the pizza into 8 slices and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1059.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1424.9

Total Fat 61.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 26.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2936.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 197.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 30.8g	0%
Total Sugars 23.2g
Protein 46.7g	0%

Vitamin D 47.9IU	0%
Calcium 744.9mg	0%
Iron 12.0mg	0%
Potassium 2786.3mg	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: 36.3%

Protein: 12.2%

Carbs: 51.5%