Veggie Pizza Recipe – Easy, Healthy & Delicious Homemade Pizza
This veggie pizza recipe is a perfect combination of a crispy crust, flavorful homemade tomato sauce, melted cheese, and fresh vegetable toppings. Whether you're a vegetarian or just looking for a lighter, nutrient-rich meal, this homemade pizza is easy to make and can be customized with your favorite veggies. Perfect for a weeknight dinner, family gatherings, or a fun weekend cooking activity!
Equipment
- Mixing bowls (for dough and sauce)
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Rolling Pin
- Pizza stone or baking sheet
- Parchment paper (optional)
- Pizza Cutter
- Oven
- Wooden spoon or ladle (for spreading sauce)
Ingredients
- For the Pizza Dough:
- 3 ½ cups all-purpose flour or whole wheat flour for a healthier option
- 2 ¼ teaspoons 1 packet active dry yeast
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 ½ teaspoons salt
- 1 ¼ cups warm water about 110°F or 45°C
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- For the Tomato Sauce:
- 1 can 15 oz crushed tomatoes
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon sugar optional, to balance acidity
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes optional, for a little heat
- For the Cheese:
- 1 ½ to 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- ¼ cup Parmesan cheese optional
- ½ cup feta or goat cheese optional for extra flavor
- For the Vegetable Toppings:
- ½ cup sliced bell peppers red, green, yellow
- ½ cup sliced mushrooms
- ½ cup sliced red onions
- ¼ cup black olives sliced
- ½ cup cherry tomatoes halved
- 1 cup fresh spinach optional
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning optional for extra flavor
- Optional Toppings:
- Fresh basil leaves
- Crushed red pepper flakes
- Drizzle of olive oil
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough:
- In a small bowl, mix warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for 5–10 minutes until frothy.
- In a large bowl, combine flour and salt. Add the yeast mixture and olive oil. Stir until dough begins to form.
- Transfer to a floured surface and knead for 8–10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Place dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let rise for 1–2 hours until doubled in size.
- Make the Sauce:
- Heat olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds.
- Add crushed tomatoes, oregano, salt, pepper, and sugar. Stir well and let simmer for 10–15 minutes.
- Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat oven to 475°F (245°C). If using a pizza stone, place it in the oven while preheating.
- Roll Out the Dough:
- Punch down the risen dough and place it on a floured surface.
- Roll it out into a 12–14 inch circle and transfer it to a pizza pan or baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Assemble the Pizza:
- Spread ½ to ¾ cup of pizza sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a ½-inch border for the crust.
- Sprinkle mozzarella cheese evenly over the sauce.
- Arrange vegetable toppings on top. Avoid overcrowding to prevent sogginess.
- Bake the Pizza:
- Place the pizza in the preheated oven.
- Bake for 12–15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the crust is golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and let cool for 5 minutes before slicing.
- Serve and Enjoy:
- Garnish with fresh basil, a drizzle of olive oil, or red pepper flakes if desired.
- Slice and serve warm. Enjoy your homemade veggie pizza!
Notes
For a crispy crust, pre-bake the dough for 5 minutes before adding toppings.
If using gluten-free flour, ensure you add a binding agent like xanthan gum.
Store leftover pizza in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze for later.
If using gluten-free flour, ensure you add a binding agent like xanthan gum.
Store leftover pizza in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze for later.