Spinach Artichoke Pizza

This Spinach Artichoke Pizza is a delightful vegan twist on a classic favorite, featuring a creamy, cheesy base made from cashews and nutritional yeast. Topped with vibrant spinach and artichokes, this pizza is both satisfying and packed with nutrients.

Ingredients

• Pizza dough - 1 medium (about 250g)
• Raw cashews - 1/2 cup (75g), soaked for at least 2 hours
• Nutritional yeast - 1/4 cup (25g)
• Garlic powder - 1 teaspoon
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Water - 1/4 cup (60ml)
• Spinach - 2 cups (60g), chopped
• Canned artichoke hearts - 1/2 cup (120g), drained and chopped
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon (or to taste)
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Red pepper flakes - 1/4 teaspoon (optional)
• Fresh basil - a handful, for garnish

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 220°C (425°F).
2. Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface to your desired thickness and transfer it to a baking sheet or pizza stone.
3. In a blender, combine the soaked cashews, nutritional yeast, garlic powder, lemon juice, and water. Blend until smooth and creamy, adding more water if necessary to achieve a spreadable consistency.
4. In a bowl, mix the chopped spinach, artichoke hearts, olive oil, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using).
5. Spread the cashew cheese mixture evenly over the pizza dough.
6. Top the pizza with the spinach and artichoke mixture, spreading it evenly.
7. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the toppings are heated through.
8. Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before garnishing with fresh basil.
9. Slice and serve hot.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 10 g
• Carbs: 45 g
• Fiber: 6 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 400 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins A and K from spinach, supporting eye health and bone health.
• High in fiber, which aids digestion and keeps you full longer.

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