Vegetarian Sicilian Pizza

Experience a slice of the Mediterranean with this vibrant and satisfying Vegetarian Sicilian Pizza! This recipe features a golden, thick crust made from scratch, topped with a rich tomato-garlic sauce infused with oregano and basil for authentic Italian flavor. A colorful medley of fresh zucchini, bell peppers, red onion, and briny black olives brings a delightful mix of textures and tastes, all crowned with a gooey layer of melted mozzarella and a sprinkling of Parmesan cheese. Finished with a drizzle of olive oil and fresh basil leaves, this pizza is perfect for a cozy family dinner or a crowd-pleasing weekend treat. Ready in just under an hour, it’s a wholesome, vegetarian take on a classic Sicilian favorite that everyone will love!

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 300 grams All-purpose flour
• 2.5 teaspoons Active dry yeast
• 200 milliliters Warm water
• 3 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Sugar
• 400 grams Canned diced tomatoes
• 2 cloves Garlic cloves
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon Dried basil
• 1 medium Red bell pepper
• 1 medium Green bell pepper
• 1 small Zucchini
• 100 grams Black olives
• 0.5 medium Red onion
• 200 grams Shredded mozzarella cheese
• 50 grams Grated Parmesan cheese
• 10 leaves Fresh basil leaves

Directions

Step 1

In a large bowl, combine the warm water, sugar, and active dry yeast. Stir gently and let it sit for about 5 minutes until it becomes frothy.

Step 2

Add the all-purpose flour, salt, and 2 tablespoons of olive oil to the yeast mixture. Stir until the dough begins to come together.

Step 3

Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Place the kneaded dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.

Step 4

Meanwhile, prepare the tomato sauce. In a blender, combine canned diced tomatoes, garlic cloves, dried oregano, and dried basil. Blend until smooth and set aside.

Step 5

Preheat your oven to 220°C (428°F).

Step 6

Once the dough has risen, punch it down and transfer it to a 13x9 inch baking pan that has been lightly greased with olive oil. Spread the dough evenly to cover the base of the pan and create a slightly raised edge around the perimeter.

Step 7

Spread the tomato sauce over the dough, leaving a small border around the edges.

Step 8

Slice the red bell pepper, green bell pepper, zucchini, and red onion into thin strips. Scatter these vegetables evenly over the tomato sauce along with the black olives.

Step 9

Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese over the vegetables, followed by a sprinkling of grated Parmesan cheese.

Step 10

Drizzle with the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil.

Step 11

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbling and slightly browned.

Step 12

Remove from the oven and allow the pizza to cool slightly. Top with fresh basil leaves before slicing and serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1823.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2806.5

Total Fat 127.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 47.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 8.3g
Cholesterol 200.1mg	0%
Sodium 7271.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 297.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 27.1g	0%
Total Sugars 38.1g
Protein 113.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 2325.9mg	0%
Iron 25.5mg	0%
Potassium 2297.5mg	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: 41.1%

Protein: 16.3%

Carbs: 42.6%