Vegan Caponata Pizza

Vegan Caponata Pizza is a delightful twist on traditional pizza, featuring a rich and tangy Sicilian eggplant caponata as a topping. This dish combines the fresh flavors of Mediterranean vegetables with a crispy pizza base, making it a satisfying vegan option.

Ingredients

• Pizza dough - 200 grams
• Eggplant - 100 grams, diced
• Zucchini - 100 grams, diced
• Red bell pepper - 50 grams, diced
• Red onion - 50 grams, diced
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Tomato paste - 2 tablespoons
• Balsamic vinegar - 1 tablespoon
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Capers - 1 tablespoon, rinsed
• Green olives - 30 grams, sliced
• Fresh basil - 5 grams, chopped
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Nutritional yeast - 2 tablespoons (for a cheesy flavor)

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 220°C (428°F).
2. In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced eggplant and sauté for about 5 minutes until softened.
3. Add the zucchini, red bell pepper, red onion, and garlic to the skillet. Cook for another 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally until the vegetables are tender.
4. Stir in the tomato paste, balsamic vinegar, capers, and sliced olives. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, then remove from heat.
5. Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface to your desired thickness, then transfer to a baking sheet or pizza stone.
6. Spread the sautéed caponata mixture evenly over the pizza dough.
7. Sprinkle the chopped fresh basil and nutritional yeast over the top.
8. Drizzle with the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil.
9. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden and crispy.
10. Remove from the oven, slice, and serve hot.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 8 g
• Carbs: 45 g
• Fiber: 8 g
• Sugar: 6 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 14 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in antioxidants from vegetables like eggplant and bell peppers.
• High in fiber, which aids in digestion and promotes gut health.

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