Sicilian Vegetable Pizza

Sicilian Vegetable Pizza is a delightful blend of fresh vegetables and herbs, baked on a thick, crispy crust that is both satisfying and flavorful. This vegetarian dish captures the essence of Sicilian cuisine while offering a comforting pizza experience.

Ingredients

• All-purpose flour - 250 grams
• Warm water - 150 ml
• Active dry yeast - 5 grams
• Olive oil - 15 ml
• Salt - 5 grams
• Tomato sauce - 100 grams
• Mozzarella cheese - 150 grams, shredded
• Red bell pepper - 1/2, sliced
• Zucchini - 1 small, sliced
• Red onion - 1/2, thinly sliced
• Black olives - 50 grams, pitted and sliced
• Dried oregano - 1 teaspoon
• Fresh basil leaves - a handful, for garnish

Steps

1. In a small bowl, combine warm water and yeast. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until frothy.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine flour and salt. Make a well in the center and add the yeast mixture and olive oil.
3. Mix until a dough forms, then knead on a floured surface for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
4. Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for 30 minutes or until doubled in size.
5. Preheat your oven to 220°C (425°F).
6. Once risen, punch down the dough and roll it out to fit a baking sheet or pizza stone.
7. Spread the tomato sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a small border around the edges.
8. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese over the sauce, then layer the sliced red bell pepper, zucchini, red onion, and black olives on top.
9. Sprinkle dried oregano over the vegetables and cheese.
10. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly.
11. Remove from the oven, let it cool slightly, then garnish with fresh basil leaves before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 520
• Protein: 18 g
• Carbs: 68 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 720 mg
• Cholesterol: 30 mg
• Total Fat: 18 g
• Saturated Fat: 6 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins and minerals from fresh vegetables.
• Provides a good source of dietary fiber.

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