Vegan Cretan Pizza

Vegan Cretan Pizza is a delightful twist on traditional Greek pizza, featuring a crispy base topped with vibrant vegetables and aromatic herbs. This dish brings the sunny flavors of Crete to your table, perfect for a light and satisfying meal.

Ingredients

• Pizza dough - 200 grams
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Cherry tomatoes - 150 grams, halved
• Red onion - 1 small, thinly sliced
• Bell pepper - 1 medium, thinly sliced
• Zucchini - 1 small, thinly sliced
• Kalamata olives - 50 grams, pitted and sliced
• Vegan feta cheese - 100 grams, crumbled
• Oregano - 1 teaspoon, dried
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Fresh basil - a handful, for garnish

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 220°C (428°F).
2. Roll out the pizza dough on a lightly floured surface to your desired thickness.
3. Transfer the rolled-out dough to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
4. Brush the surface of the dough with olive oil to enhance flavor and crispiness.
5. Spread the halved cherry tomatoes, sliced red onion, bell pepper, and zucchini evenly over the pizza base.
6. Sprinkle the sliced Kalamata olives and crumbled vegan feta cheese on top.
7. Season with dried oregano, salt, and black pepper to taste.
8. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the vegetables are tender.
9. Once baked, remove from the oven and let cool slightly before garnishing with fresh basil.
10. Slice and serve hot, enjoying the vibrant flavors of the Vegan Cretan Pizza.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 10 g
• Carbs: 45 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 600 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.
• Contains healthy fats from olive oil and olives.

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