Cilantro and Garlic Pizza

Cilantro and Garlic Pizza is a vibrant vegan Moroccan-inspired dish that combines aromatic spices with fresh cilantro and roasted garlic for a unique flavor experience. This pizza is not only delicious but also brings a taste of North Africa to your table.

Ingredients

• Pizza dough - 200 grams
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic - 4 cloves, minced
• Cilantro - 30 grams, finely chopped
• Cumin powder - 1 teaspoon
• Paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Tomato sauce - 100 grams
• Red onion - 1 small, thinly sliced
• Bell pepper - 1, thinly sliced
• Nutritional yeast - 2 tablespoons

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 220°C (428°F).
2. In a small pan, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat and sauté the minced garlic until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.
3. In a bowl, combine the sautéed garlic, chopped cilantro, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper to create a flavorful spread.
4. Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface to your desired thickness.
5. Transfer the rolled dough to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
6. Spread the tomato sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a small border around the edges.
7. Distribute the cilantro and garlic spread over the tomato sauce.
8. Top the pizza with sliced red onion and bell pepper.
9. Sprinkle nutritional yeast over the top for a cheesy flavor.
10. Drizzle the remaining tablespoon of olive oil over the pizza.
11. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until the crust is golden and crispy.
12. Remove from the oven, let it cool for a few minutes, slice, and serve warm.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 7 g
• Carbs: 42 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 460 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 12 g
• Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10.5 g
• Water: 0.25 L

Health Benefits

• Cilantro is rich in antioxidants and may help reduce inflammation.
• Garlic has antibacterial properties and supports heart health.

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