This Vegan Roasted Garlic Pesto Pizza is a delicious and satisfying dish that highlights the rich flavors of roasted garlic and fresh basil. Perfect for pizza night, this recipe is entirely plant-based and easy to prepare.
Using a homemade vegan pesto as the base, this pizza is topped with your choice of vegetables, making it a versatile option for any vegan recipe enthusiast.
Delicious Vegan Roasted Garlic Pesto Pizza
This pizza features a crispy crust topped with a creamy roasted garlic pesto, fresh vegetables, and a sprinkle of vegan cheese. The recipe takes about 30 minutes from start to finish and serves 4 people.
Ingredients
- 1 pre-made pizza crust or homemade dough
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves
- 1/2 cup roasted garlic (about 1 head)
- 1/4 cup pine nuts or walnuts
- 1/4 cup nutritional yeast
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup assorted vegetables (e.g., bell peppers, cherry tomatoes, spinach)
- 1/2 cup vegan mozzarella cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Make the Pesto: In a food processor, combine the basil, roasted garlic, nuts, nutritional yeast, and olive oil. Blend until smooth, adding salt and pepper to taste.
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven according to the pizza crust instructions (usually around 475°F or 245°C).
- Assemble the Pizza: Spread the roasted garlic pesto evenly over the pizza crust. Top with assorted vegetables and sprinkle with vegan mozzarella cheese if using.
- Bake: Place the pizza in the oven and bake for 12-15 minutes or until the crust is golden and the cheese is melted.
- Serve: Remove from the oven, slice, and enjoy your Vegan Roasted Garlic Pesto Pizza hot.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Servings: 4 slices
- Calories: 280kcal
- Fat: 15g
- Protein: 6g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
