Vegan Meatball Pizza

Indulge in the ultimate plant-based comfort food with this Vegan Meatball Pizza, a delectable fusion of classic Italian flavors reinvented for vegans. Featuring a crispy whole wheat crust, zesty marinara sauce, and melty vegan mozzarella cheese, this pizza takes it up a notch with homemade vegan "meatballs" seasoned to perfection with garlic, onion, and oregano. Vibrant toppings like red bell pepper, red onion, and fresh basil add a burst of color and freshness to every bite. Perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings, this recipe is dairy-free, meat-free, and loaded with bold, savory goodness. Quick to prepare and ideal for sharing, this Vegan Meatball Pizza proves that plant-based eating can be indulgent and satisfying for everyone at the table!

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 12-inch round Whole wheat pizza dough
• 8 oz Vegan ground meat substitute
• 0.5 cup Breadcrumbs
• 1 tbsp Ground flaxseed
• 2 tbsp Water
• 1 tsp Garlic powder
• 1 tsp Onion powder
• 1 tsp Dried oregano
• 0.5 tsp Salt
• 0.25 tsp Black pepper
• 2 tbsp Olive oil
• 0.75 cup Marinara sauce
• 1 cup Vegan mozzarella cheese
• 0.5 Red bell pepper
• 0.5 Red onion
• 8 leaves Fresh basil leaves

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C) and place a pizza stone inside if you have one.

Step 2

In a small bowl, mix the ground flaxseed with water and let sit for 5 minutes to thicken.

Step 3

In a larger bowl, combine the vegan ground meat substitute, breadcrumbs, flaxseed mixture, garlic powder, onion powder, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until combined.

Step 4

Shape the mixture into small balls, about 1 inch in diameter to form the 'meatballs'.

Step 5

Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook the vegan meatballs until browned on all sides, about 6-8 minutes. Set aside.

Step 6

Roll out the pizza dough on a lightly floured surface to a 12-inch round.

Step 7

Transfer the dough onto a pizza peel or baking sheet sprinkled with flour or cornmeal to prevent sticking.

Step 8

Spread the marinara sauce evenly onto the pizza dough, leaving about 1 inch around the edges for the crust.

Step 9

Sprinkle the vegan mozzarella cheese over the sauce.

Step 10

Top the pizza with the vegan meatballs, sliced red bell pepper, and red onion.

Step 11

Drizzle the remaining olive oil over the toppings.

Step 12

Carefully transfer the pizza into the preheated oven onto the pizza stone or directly on the oven rack.

Step 13

Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is melted.

Step 14

Remove the pizza from the oven and top with fresh basil leaves.

Step 15

Allow the pizza to cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1316.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2679.1

Total Fat 119.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 53.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 6478.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 294.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 43.8g	0%
Total Sugars 19.2g
Protein 98.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1592.4mg	0%
Iron 21.0mg	0%
Potassium 1745.5mg	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: 40.6%

Protein: 14.9%

Carbs: 44.6%