Vegan Turkish Pizza (Lahmacun)

Discover the irresistible flavors of Vegan Turkish Pizza (Lahmacun), a plant-based twist on the traditional Middle Eastern favorite! This recipe combines a soft, homemade flatbread crust with a hearty, spiced lentil topping, bursting with bold flavors from paprika, cumin, coriander, and a touch of parsley. Made with wholesome ingredients like cooked lentils, tomato paste, and freshly chopped vegetables, this vegan lahmacun is both hearty and healthy. Perfectly crisped in the oven, it’s served with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice for a tangy finishing touch. Enjoy it warm as a light meal or snack—it’s as delicious rolled up as it is flat. Simple, satisfying, and packed with Mediterranean-inspired goodness, this vegan Turkish pizza is sure to become a family favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:40 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 300 grams All-purpose flour
• 7 grams Instant yeast
• 1 teaspoon Sugar
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 180 milliliters Warm water
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 250 grams Cooked green or brown lentils
• 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
• 200 grams Canned diced tomatoes, drained
• 1 small Red onion, finely chopped
• 2 Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground coriander
• 0.25 teaspoon Chili flakes (optional)
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 Lemon wedges (for serving)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, instant yeast, sugar, and salt.

Step 2

Gradually add the warm water and olive oil to the dry ingredients while mixing with a spoon or your hands until a dough forms.

Step 3

Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rise for about 30 minutes or until doubled in size.

Step 4

While the dough is rising, prepare the topping. In a food processor or blender, combine the cooked lentils, tomato paste, drained diced tomatoes, red onion, garlic, paprika, cumin, coriander, chili flakes (if using), and parsley. Blend until you achieve a moderately coarse paste, ensuring all ingredients are well incorporated.

Step 5

Preheat your oven to 220°C (430°F) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.

Step 6

Once the dough has risen, divide it into 4 equal portions. Roll each portion into a thin, oval or circular shape about 25 cm (10 inches) wide on a floured surface.

Step 7

Transfer the rolled-out dough onto the prepared baking sheets.

Step 8

Spread the lentil topping evenly over each dough base, leaving a small border around the edges.

Step 9

Bake the lahmacun in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are slightly golden and the base is cooked through.

Step 10

Remove the Turkish pizzas from the oven and serve warm. Squeeze fresh lemon juice over each piece and enjoy them as is or rolled up.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1130.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1810.6

Total Fat 34.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2770.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 317.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 38.8g	0%
Total Sugars 25.0g
Protein 62.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 233.3mg	0%
Iron 28.3mg	0%
Potassium 2466.1mg	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: 16.9%

Protein: 13.7%

Carbs: 69.4%