Tunisian Vegetable Pizza

Tunisian Vegetable Pizza is a vibrant, dairy-free dish that combines fresh local vegetables with a spiced tomato sauce, all baked on a thin, crispy crust. It's a delightful fusion of flavors and textures that captures the essence of Tunisian cuisine.

Ingredients

• All-purpose flour - 200 grams
• Warm water - 120 ml
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Active dry yeast - 5 grams
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Tomato sauce - 100 grams
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Cumin powder - 1 teaspoon
• Paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Zucchini - 1 small, thinly sliced
• Red bell pepper - 1, thinly sliced
• Red onion - 1 small, thinly sliced
• Black olives - 50 grams, pitted and sliced
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped

Steps

1. In a small bowl, combine warm water and active dry yeast. Allow it to sit for 5 minutes until foamy.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine flour and salt. Create 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 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
4. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 30 minutes, or until doubled in size.
5. Preheat the oven to 220°C (428°F).
6. In a small saucepan, heat a tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic, cumin, and paprika, sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, then add tomato sauce and simmer for 5 minutes.
7. Roll out the dough on a floured surface to your desired thickness and transfer it to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
8. Spread the spiced tomato sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a small border around the edges.
9. Arrange sliced zucchini, red bell pepper, and red onion over the sauce. Top with sliced black olives.
10. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the crust is golden and crispy.
11. Remove from the oven, garnish with chopped parsley, slice, and serve hot.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 8 g
• Carbs: 55 g
• Fiber: 6 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 12 g
• Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10.5 g
• Water: 0.25 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins and minerals from fresh vegetables.
• High in fiber, promoting digestive health.

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