Pizza al Pomodoro

Pizza al Pomodoro is a delightful vegan pizza that highlights the freshness of tomatoes and the simplicity of Italian cuisine. Topped with aromatic herbs and a perfect crust, this dish is both satisfying and nourishing.

Ingredients

• All-purpose flour - 200 grams
• Warm water - 120 ml
• Active dry yeast - 5 grams
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Fresh tomatoes - 300 grams, diced
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Fresh basil leaves - 10 leaves, torn
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Nutritional yeast - 2 tablespoons (optional)

Steps

1. In a small bowl, combine warm water and active dry yeast. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until frothy.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour and 1 teaspoon of salt. Make a well in the center and add the yeast mixture and olive oil.
3. Mix until a dough forms, then knead on a floured surface for about 10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
4. Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 30 minutes, or until doubled in size.
5. While the dough rises, prepare the tomato topping. In a bowl, mix diced tomatoes, minced garlic, torn basil leaves, salt, and black pepper. Let it marinate for 10-15 minutes.
6. Preheat your oven to 250°C (482°F) and place a pizza stone or baking sheet inside to heat.
7. Once the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it out on a floured surface to your desired thickness.
8. Carefully transfer the rolled-out dough onto parchment paper. Spread the tomato mixture evenly over the surface of the dough.
9. If using, sprinkle nutritional yeast on top for a cheesy flavor.
10. Transfer the pizza (with parchment) onto the preheated pizza stone or baking sheet and bake for 10-15 minutes until the crust is golden and crispy.
11. Remove from the oven, let it cool for a couple of minutes, slice, and serve hot.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 8 g
• Carbs: 60 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 350 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 8 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
• Water: 0.12 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins and antioxidants from fresh tomatoes.
• Low in saturated fat and cholesterol-free, making it heart-healthy.

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