Pizza alla Pugliese

Pizza alla Pugliese is a delightful vegan pizza inspired by the flavors of Puglia, featuring a savory tomato base topped with fresh vegetables and aromatic herbs. This colorful dish is not only visually appealing but also packed with nutrients and flavor.

Ingredients

• Pizza dough - 250 grams
• Canned crushed tomatoes - 200 grams
• Extra virgin olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Red onion - 1 small, thinly sliced
• Bell pepper - 1 small, sliced
• Zucchini - 1 small, thinly sliced
• Kalamata olives - 50 grams, pitted and halved
• Fresh basil - a handful, torn
• Oregano - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Preheat your oven to 220°C (428°F).
2. In a bowl, combine the canned crushed tomatoes, minced garlic, olive oil, oregano, salt, and black pepper to create the pizza sauce.
3. Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface to your desired thickness.
4. Transfer the rolled dough to a baking sheet or pizza stone.
5. Spread the prepared tomato sauce evenly over the pizza base.
6. Top with sliced red onion, bell pepper, zucchini, and Kalamata olives.
7. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the vegetables are tender.
8. Remove from the oven and sprinkle with fresh basil before slicing.
9. Serve hot and enjoy your Pizza alla Pugliese!

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 10 g
• Carbs: 50 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 12 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in dietary fiber from vegetables, promoting digestion.
• Contains healthy fats from olive oil, which can support heart health.

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