Vegetable Pizza Topping

Elevate your homemade pizza game with this vibrant and flavor-packed Vegetable Pizza Topping! Bursting with the natural sweetness of sautéed red, green, and yellow bell peppers, savory mushrooms, tangy cherry tomatoes, and briny black olives, this topping is a colorful celebration of fresh ingredients. A sprinkle of dried oregano and a hint of fresh basil bring an irresistible Mediterranean flair, while melted mozzarella cheese ties everything together in gooey perfection. Quick to prepare with just 15 minutes of prep time and 10 minutes in the oven, this topping is a versatile choice for weeknight dinners or casual entertaining. Whether layered over a crispy thin-crust base or a fluffy homemade dough, this veggie-packed delight is sure to be a crowd-pleaser. Perfect for vegetarian pizza lovers or anyone seeking a healthy, flavorful twist on a classic favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 medium Red bell pepper
• 1 medium Green bell pepper
• 1 medium Yellow bell pepper
• 1 medium Red onion
• 150 grams Mushrooms
• 100 grams Cherry tomatoes
• 50 grams Black olives (pitted)
• 100 grams Mozzarella cheese
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 6 pieces Fresh basil leaves
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Wash and dry all the vegetables thoroughly.

Step 2

Slice the red, green, and yellow bell peppers into thin strips.

Step 3

Peel and slice the red onion into thin rings.

Step 4

Clean and slice the mushrooms into thin pieces.

Step 5

Halve the cherry tomatoes.

Step 6

Roughly chop the pitted black olives.

Step 7

In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.

Step 8

Add the sliced bell peppers, onion, and mushrooms to the skillet. Sauté for 4–5 minutes or until the vegetables begin to soften.

Step 9

Season the sautéed vegetables with salt, black pepper, and dried oregano. Stir well to combine.

Step 10

Set the sautéed vegetables aside to cool slightly.

Step 11

Preheat your oven to 230°C (450°F) if you are preparing a fresh pizza base.

Step 12

Spread your favorite pizza sauce evenly over the prepared pizza dough or base.

Step 13

Evenly distribute the sautéed vegetable mixture over the top of the pizza sauce.

Step 14

Sprinkle the halved cherry tomatoes, chopped black olives, and fresh basil leaves over the vegetable layer.

Step 15

Shred the mozzarella cheese and sprinkle it evenly over the top of the pizza.

Step 16

Bake the pizza in the preheated oven for 8–10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the crust is golden brown.

Step 17

Remove the pizza from the oven and allow it to cool for a few minutes before slicing.

Step 18

Serve warm and enjoy your delicious vegetable pizza!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1034.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	919.1

Total Fat 62.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 18.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.0g
Cholesterol 65mg	0%
Sodium 2509.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 59.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.7g	0%
Total Sugars 22.0g
Protein 36.5g	0%

Vitamin D 16IU	0%
Calcium 834.8mg	0%
Iron 4.8mg	0%
Potassium 2239.0mg	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: 59.5%

Protein: 15.4%

Carbs: 25.2%