Zucchini Fritters Pizza

Zucchini Fritters Pizza is a delightful vegan twist on traditional Greek pizza, featuring crispy zucchini fritters topped with fresh vegetables and a flavorful tomato sauce. This dish is perfect for a light yet satisfying meal, combining the essence of Mediterranean flavors with a healthy touch.

Ingredients

• Zucchini - 200 grams
• All-purpose flour - 50 grams
• Chickpea flour - 30 grams
• Nutritional yeast - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic powder - 1 teaspoon
• Dried oregano - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Water - 100 ml
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons (for frying)
• Pizza base (store-bought or homemade) - 1 medium
• Tomato sauce - 100 grams
• Cherry tomatoes - 100 grams, halved
• Red onion - 1 small, thinly sliced
• Kalamata olives - 50 grams, pitted and sliced
• Fresh basil - a handful, for garnish

Steps

1. Grate the zucchini using a box grater or food processor. Place the grated zucchini in a clean kitchen towel and squeeze out excess moisture.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine the grated zucchini, all-purpose flour, chickpea flour, nutritional yeast, garlic powder, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper.
3. Gradually add water to the mixture and stir until a thick batter forms. Let it rest for 10 minutes.
4. While the batter rests, preheat a frying pan over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of olive oil.
5. Scoop about 2 tablespoons of the zucchini batter into the pan, flattening it slightly to form fritters. Cook for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy. Repeat with the remaining batter, adding more oil as needed.
6. Preheat the oven to 220°C (428°F). Place the pizza base on a baking sheet.
7. Spread the tomato sauce evenly over the pizza base. Top with the cooked zucchini fritters, halved cherry tomatoes, sliced red onion, and sliced Kalamata olives.
8. Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, until the crust is crispy and the toppings are heated through.
9. Remove from the oven, garnish with fresh basil, slice, and serve hot.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 10 g
• Carbs: 45 g
• Fiber: 7 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins and minerals from zucchini and tomatoes, promoting overall health.
• High in fiber, aiding in digestion and helping to maintain a healthy weight.

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