Vegetarian Pizza Tonno
Dive into the tantalizing world of the Vegetarian Pizza Tonno, a plant-based twist on the classic tuna pizza, perfect for those seeking meat-free yet flavorful comfort food. This recipe celebrates bold Mediterranean flavors with a base of zesty tomato sauce spiced with oregano, salty capers, and the subtle sweetness of caramelized red onions. The highlight is the flaky vegetarian tuna paired with bubbling layers of shredded mozzarella, baked to perfection on a golden, crispy crust. Drizzled with olive oil and finished with fragrant fresh basil, every bite is a delightful combination of savory, tangy, and herbal notes. Ready in just 35 minutes, this vegetarian pizza is an easy, satisfying option for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings.
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Ingredients
- 1 ball (approximately 250g) Pizza dough
- 150 ml Tomato sauce
- 150 g Vegetarian tuna
- 1 medium, sliced Red onion
- 150 g, shredded Mozzarella cheese
- 2 tablespoons Capers
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 5 leaves Fresh basil leaves
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 220°C (430°F). If you have a pizza stone, place it in the oven while it is preheating.
Step 2
On a lightly floured surface, roll out the pizza dough into a round shape, roughly 25 cm (10 inches) in diameter.
Step 3
Transfer the rolled-out dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Step 4
In a small bowl, mix the tomato sauce with dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Spread the sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a small border around the edges for the crust.
Step 5
Distribute the vegetarian tuna evenly over the sauce.
Step 6
Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese over the vegetarian tuna.
Step 7
Arrange the red onion slices and capers on top of the cheese.
Step 8
Drizzle the olive oil over the pizza.
Step 9
Carefully transfer the pizza onto the hot pizza stone or place the baking sheet in the preheated oven.
Step 10
Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbling.
Step 11
Remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool slightly before garnishing with fresh basil leaves.
Step 12
Slice and serve immediately, enjoying your delicious Vegetarian Pizza Tonno!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (868.0g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1439.2 |
| Total Fat 59.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 21.6g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.4g | |
| Cholesterol 97.5mg | 0% |
| Sodium 4540.0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 143.1g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 18.0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 14.8g | |
| Protein 83.7g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 24IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1181.4mg | 0% |
| Iron 9.9mg | 0% |
| Potassium 964.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories