Vegan Pizza

This Vegan Pizza is a deliciously satisfying dish that combines a crispy homemade crust with vibrant vegetable toppings and a creamy cashew cheese. Perfect for a cozy dinner, it will please both vegans and non-vegans alike.

Ingredients

• All-purpose flour - 200 grams
• Active dry yeast - 7 grams
• Warm water - 120 milliliters
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Tomato sauce - 100 grams
• Bell peppers (sliced) - 100 grams
• Red onion (sliced) - 50 grams
• Mushrooms (sliced) - 100 grams
• Spinach (fresh) - 50 grams
• Nutritional yeast - 2 tablespoons
• Cashews (soaked) - 100 grams
• Garlic powder - 1 teaspoon
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. In a small bowl, mix warm water and active dry yeast, let it sit for 5 minutes until foamy.
2. In a large 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 minutes until smooth. Place in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise for 20 minutes.
4. Preheat the oven to 220°C (428°F).
5. While the dough is rising, prepare the cashew cheese by blending soaked cashews, nutritional yeast, garlic powder, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt until creamy. Add a splash of water if necessary to achieve a smooth consistency.
6. After the dough has risen, roll it out on a floured surface to your desired thickness and transfer it to a baking sheet.
7. Spread the tomato sauce evenly over the crust, then layer the bell peppers, red onion, mushrooms, and spinach on top.
8. Dollop the cashew cheese over the vegetables and season with black pepper.
9. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until the crust is golden and the vegetables are tender.
10. Remove from the oven, let cool for a few minutes, then slice and serve.

Nutrition

• Calories: 400
• Protein: 12 g
• Carbs: 55 g
• Fiber: 7 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 500 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins and minerals from fresh vegetables.
• High in fiber which aids digestion and promotes satiety.

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