Pizza de Maíz

Pizza de Maíz is a delicious vegan twist on traditional Spanish flavors, featuring a cornmeal crust topped with fresh vegetables and a savory tomato sauce. This vibrant dish is perfect for a light meal or a fun dinner with friends.

Ingredients

• Cornmeal - 120 grams
• All-purpose flour - 60 grams
• Warm water - 180 ml
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Baking powder - 1 teaspoon
• Tomato sauce - 100 grams
• Red bell pepper - 1 medium, diced
• Zucchini - 1 small, sliced
• Red onion - 1/2 medium, thinly sliced
• Olives - 40 grams, sliced
• Fresh basil - a handful, chopped
• Nutritional yeast - 2 tablespoons (optional, for a cheesy flavor)

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 220°C (428°F).
2. In a bowl, mix the cornmeal, all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
3. Add warm water and olive oil to the dry ingredients and mix until a dough forms.
4. Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5 minutes until smooth.
5. Roll out the dough to fit your baking sheet or pizza stone and place it on a greased surface.
6. Spread the tomato sauce evenly over the dough.
7. Top the pizza with diced red bell pepper, sliced zucchini, red onion, and olives.
8. Sprinkle chopped fresh basil and nutritional yeast (if using) over the top.
9. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the vegetables are tender.
10. Remove from the oven, let cool for a few minutes, slice, and serve hot.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 8 g
• Carbs: 50 g
• Fiber: 6 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 500 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 12 g
• Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 9.5 g
• Water: 0.18 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in fiber from the cornmeal and vegetables, promoting digestive health.
• Contains healthy fats from olive oil, which can support heart health.

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