This Ultimate Vegan Vegetable Pizza is a flavorful, plant-based delight, perfect for anyone looking to enjoy a nutrient-packed meal without dairy or meat. Loaded with fresh vegetables and a rich, creamy cashew cheese, this pizza is not only delicious but also provides essential vitamins like A and C and minerals like calcium and potassium. With about 250 calories per slice, this vegan pizza recipe is a guilt-free treat that’s perfect for weeknight dinners or casual get-togethers.
Recipe Overview
- Servings: 4 (makes 8 slices)
- Preparation Time: 20 minutes
- Cooking Time: 15–20 minutes
Ingredients for Vegan Vegetable Pizza
- 1 vegan pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
- 1/2 cup marinara sauce or homemade pizza sauce
- 1 cup homemade cashew cheese (or vegan mozzarella)
- 1/2 cup thinly sliced bell peppers (mix of red, yellow, or green for color)
- 1/2 cup sliced red onions
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup black olives, sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh spinach leaves
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Fresh basil leaves, for garnish
Instructions for Making Vegan Pizza
Step 1: Prepare and Roll Out the Dough
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C). Place a pizza stone or baking sheet inside the oven to heat up, which will help create a crispy crust. On a lightly floured surface, roll out the vegan pizza dough until it’s roughly 12 inches in diameter.
Step 2: Add the Sauce and Cashew Cheese
Place the dough on parchment paper. Spread an even layer of marinara or pizza sauce over the base, leaving a 1-inch border around the edges for the crust. Spoon small dollops of cashew cheese or sprinkle vegan mozzarella over the sauce.
Step 3: Top with Fresh Vegetables
Arrange the sliced bell peppers, red onions, cherry tomatoes, black olives, and spinach leaves on top of the cheese. This variety of vegetables adds both color and a range of flavors, making each slice of this vegan pizza delightful.
Step 4: Add Seasoning and Bake
Drizzle a small amount of olive oil over the vegetables and sprinkle with dried oregano, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Carefully transfer the pizza, along with the parchment paper, onto the preheated pizza stone or baking sheet. Bake for 15–20 minutes, or until the crust turns golden and the vegetables soften.
Step 5: Garnish and Serve
Once the vegan pizza is baked, remove it from the oven and allow it to cool slightly. Garnish with fresh basil leaves for added flavor. Slice and enjoy this vegan vegetable pizza while it’s still hot!
Tips for Perfect Vegan Pizza with Cashew Cheese
For a rich, creamy texture, using homemade cashew cheese as a dairy-free alternative is key to this vegan pizza recipe. Adding a variety of fresh vegetables creates a nutritious, visually appealing dish that’s bursting with flavor. Preheating the pizza stone ensures a crispy base, which is perfect for those who enjoy thin-crust pizza. Feel free to make small additions or omissions to suit your personal taste.
