Vegetarian Thin Crust Sausage Pizza

Savor the irresistible combination of bold flavors and crispy texture with this Vegetarian Thin Crust Sausage Pizza—a perfect fusion of hearty comfort food and plant-based goodness! This easy-to-make pizza features a golden, ultra-thin crust brushed with olive oil for extra crispiness, topped with zesty pizza sauce, a gooey blend of mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses, and delectable vegetarian sausage. Fresh, vibrant toppings like red bell pepper, red onion, and earthy mushrooms take center stage, enhanced with aromatic oregano and a drizzle of olive oil to seal in the flavors. Finished with fresh basil leaves and a dash of crushed red pepper flakes for a spicy kick, this pizza is baked to perfection in under 15 minutes. Ideal for a quick weeknight dinner or a cozy weekend treat, this vegetarian pizza proves that indulgence and wholesome ingredients can go hand in hand!

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:12 mins

Total Time:32 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 1 piece Pizza dough (store-bought or homemade, thin crust)
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 links Vegetarian sausage
• 0.5 cup Pizza sauce
• 1 cup Shredded mozzarella cheese
• 0.25 cup Shredded Parmesan cheese
• 0.5 piece Red bell pepper, thinly sliced
• 0.25 piece Red onion, thinly sliced
• 0.5 cup Button mushrooms, thinly sliced
• 6 leaves Fresh basil leaves
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 0.25 teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C) and place a pizza stone or baking sheet in the oven to heat up.

Step 2

Roll out the thin crust pizza dough on a lightly floured surface into a 12-inch round or rectangle.

Step 3

Carefully transfer the dough onto a sheet of parchment paper for easy handling.

Step 4

Brush the surface of the dough with 1 tablespoon of olive oil to prevent it from getting soggy under the toppings.

Step 5

Cook the vegetarian sausage links according to package instructions. Once cooled, slice them into small rounds or crumble into bite-sized pieces.

Step 6

Spread the pizza sauce evenly across the dough, leaving about 1/2 inch of space around the edges as a crust.

Step 7

Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the sauce, followed by the shredded Parmesan cheese.

Step 8

Evenly distribute the sliced vegetarian sausage, red bell pepper, red onion, and button mushrooms across the pizza.

Step 9

Sprinkle the dried oregano on top of the toppings for added flavor.

Step 10

Drizzle the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil over the pizza, especially the edges of the crust.

Step 11

Carefully slide the parchment paper with the pizza onto the preheated pizza stone or baking sheet in the oven.

Step 12

Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbling and slightly browned.

Step 13

Remove the pizza from the oven and top with fresh basil leaves and, if desired, a pinch of crushed red pepper flakes for a hint of spice.

Step 14

Let the pizza cool for 2-3 minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(847.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1602.0

Total Fat 76.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 24.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 100.3mg	0%
Sodium 3636.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 154.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.6g	0%
Total Sugars 18.9g
Protein 82.1g	0%

Vitamin D 7IU	0%
Calcium 1199.4mg	0%
Iron 11.3mg	0%
Potassium 1668.9mg	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: 42.0%

Protein: 20.1%

Carbs: 37.9%