Pizza de Caju

Pizza de Caju is a delightful Brazilian vegan pizza topped with creamy cashew cheese and vibrant vegetables. This unique dish combines rich flavors and textures, making it a satisfying meal for any pizza lover.

Ingredients

• Pizza dough - 250 grams
• Cashew nuts - 100 grams (soaked for 4 hours)
• Nutritional yeast - 2 tablespoons
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Garlic powder - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Cherry tomatoes - 100 grams, halved
• Red bell pepper - 1, sliced
• Red onion - 1 small, sliced
• Fresh basil - a handful, chopped
• Black olives - 50 grams, sliced

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 220°C (425°F).
2. In a blender or food processor, combine the soaked cashew nuts, nutritional yeast, lemon juice, garlic powder, and salt. Blend until smooth and creamy, adding a little water if necessary to achieve a spreadable consistency.
3. Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface to your desired thickness and shape. Place it on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
4. Spread the cashew cheese evenly over the pizza dough.
5. Top the pizza with halved cherry tomatoes, sliced red bell pepper, sliced red onion, and black olives.
6. Drizzle the olive oil over the toppings and sprinkle with chopped basil.
7. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until the crust is golden and the vegetables are tender.
8. Remove from the oven, let it cool for a couple of minutes, slice, and serve warm.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 12 g
• Carbs: 52 g
• Fiber: 6 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 300 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 22 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 19 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in healthy fats from cashews, which support heart health.
• Packed with vitamins and minerals from fresh vegetables, enhancing overall nutrition.

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