Vegan Mediterranean Pizza

This Vegan Mediterranean Pizza combines a crispy, homemade crust with a vibrant array of vegetables and a tangy tomato base, capturing the essence of Mediterranean flavors. Perfect for a light yet satisfying meal, it's both delicious and nourishing.

Ingredients

• All-purpose flour - 250 grams
• Active dry yeast - 7 grams
• Warm water - 150 ml
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Tomato sauce - 100 grams
• Red bell pepper - 50 grams, sliced
• Red onion - 50 grams, thinly sliced
• Black olives - 30 grams, sliced
• Artichoke hearts - 50 grams, quartered
• Spinach - 50 grams, fresh
• Dried oregano - 1 teaspoon
• Nutritional yeast - 2 tablespoons (for a cheesy flavor)

Steps

1. In a small bowl, dissolve the active dry yeast in warm water and let it sit for 5-10 minutes until frothy.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour and salt. Add the yeast mixture and olive oil, and mix until a dough forms.
3. Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic. Place in a greased bowl, cover with a cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for 30 minutes.
4. Preheat the oven to 220°C (425°F).
5. Once the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it out on a floured surface to your desired thickness.
6. Transfer the rolled dough to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
7. Spread the tomato sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a small border for the crust.
8. Top the pizza with sliced red bell pepper, red onion, black olives, artichoke hearts, and fresh spinach.
9. Sprinkle the dried oregano and nutritional yeast over the toppings.
10. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the crust is golden and crispy.
11. Remove from the oven, let it cool for a couple of minutes, slice, and serve warm.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 8 g
• Carbs: 50 g
• Fiber: 7 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 480 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in fiber from vegetables and whole grains, promoting digestive health.
• Contains healthy fats from olive oil and olives, beneficial for heart health.

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