Pizza de Cogumelos

Pizza de Cogumelos is a delicious vegan Brazilian pizza topped with a medley of seasoned mushrooms and fresh herbs. This flavorful dish is perfect for a cozy dinner and showcases the rich culinary traditions of Brazil.

Ingredients

• Pizza dough - 250 grams
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Mushrooms (mixed varieties, e.g., shiitake, cremini) - 200 grams, sliced
• Onion - 1 small, thinly sliced
• Tomato sauce - 150 grams
• Nutritional yeast - 2 tablespoons
• Oregano - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Fresh basil - a handful, chopped

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 220°C (428°F).
2. Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface to your desired thickness and shape.
3. Transfer the dough to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
4. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat, then add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute.
5. Add sliced mushrooms and onions to the skillet, cooking until the mushrooms are tender and the onions are translucent, about 5-7 minutes.
6. Stir in nutritional yeast, oregano, salt, and black pepper, mixing well to combine.
7. Spread the tomato sauce evenly over the pizza dough.
8. Top with the mushroom and onion mixture.
9. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown.
10. Remove from the oven and sprinkle with fresh basil before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 360
• Protein: 10 g
• Carbs: 50 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 450 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Mushrooms are a great source of antioxidants and vitamins, promoting overall health.
• Nutritional yeast provides a rich source of B-vitamins and protein, supporting energy metabolism.

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