Vegan Marinara Pizza

Indulge in the wholesome flavors of this Vegan Marinara Pizza, a plant-based twist on the classic Italian favorite. Featuring a golden whole wheat crust as its base, this pizza is topped with a rich homemade marinara sauce infused with garlic, oregano, and basil for an authentic depth of flavor. Piled high with colorful, nutrient-packed toppings like thinly sliced red onions, bell peppers, mushrooms, and kalamata olives, this recipe ensures every bite is bursting with freshness. Finished with fresh basil leaves and a hint of red pepper flakes for a touch of heat, this pizza offers a perfect combination of hearty, savory, and slightly spicy flavors. Quick and easy to prepare, this vegan recipe is ideal for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings. Try it for a wholesome, dairy-free, and flavor-packed meal that’s sure to please everyone at the table!

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 store-bought or homemade whole wheat pizza crust
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 14 ounces crushed tomatoes
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 red onion, thinly sliced
• 1 bell pepper, thinly sliced
• 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
• 0.25 cup kalamata olives, pitted and sliced
• 0.25 cup fresh basil leaves
• 0.5 teaspoon red pepper flakes

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C) and place a pizza stone or baking sheet in the oven to heat up.

Step 2

In a medium-sized saucepan, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 3

Add the crushed tomatoes, dried oregano, dried basil, and salt to the saucepan. Stir well and let simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat and set aside.

Step 4

Roll out the pizza crust on a lightly floured surface to your desired thickness.

Step 5

Remove the hot pizza stone from the oven. Carefully transfer the pizza crust onto the stone or baking sheet.

Step 6

Brush the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil over the pizza crust.

Step 7

Spread the marinara sauce evenly over the pizza crust, leaving a small border for the crust.

Step 8

Arrange the sliced red onion, bell pepper, mushrooms, and olives over the sauce.

Step 9

Bake the pizza in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden and crispy.

Step 10

Remove the pizza from the oven. Scatter fresh basil leaves and sprinkle with red pepper flakes over the top.

Step 11

Allow to cool slightly before slicing and serving. Enjoy your Vegan Marinara Pizza!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(846.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	784.5

Total Fat 44.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2570.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 87.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 20.4g	0%
Total Sugars 20.0g
Protein 20.5g	0%

Vitamin D 14IU	0%
Calcium 179.1mg	0%
Iron 7.6mg	0%
Potassium 1760.5mg	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: 48.3%

Protein: 9.9%

Carbs: 41.8%