Vegan Veggie Pizza – Crispy, Cheesy & Loaded with Flavor 🍕🌱
Introduction
Craving a delicious, homemade vegan veggie pizza that’s crispy, cheesy, and packed with fresh toppings? This recipe features a perfect homemade crust, a flavorful tomato sauce, melty vegan cheese, and plenty of colorful vegetables. It’s easy to make and 100% plant-based, making it a great option for any pizza night!
Ingredients
For the Pizza Dough (Easy & Foolproof!):
- 2 ¼ teaspoons (1 packet) active dry yeast
- ¾ cup warm water (110°F / 45°C)
- 1 teaspoon maple syrup or sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose or whole wheat flour
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
For the Tomato Sauce:
- 1 can (14 oz) crushed tomatoes
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon maple syrup (balances acidity)
For the Vegan Cheese (Melty & Delicious!):
- ½ cup raw cashews, soaked for 15 minutes
- 1 cup unsweetened plant milk
- 3 tablespoons nutritional yeast
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon tapioca starch (for stretchiness)
For the Toppings:
- ½ cup mushrooms, sliced
- ½ cup bell peppers, diced
- ½ cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- ¼ cup black olives, sliced
- 1 cup fresh spinach or arugula
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for spice)
- ¼ cup fresh basil leaves