Healthy Primavera Pizza
This Healthy Primavera Pizza is loaded with seasonal vegetables, made with whole wheat dough, and easy to customize for vegan or gluten-free diets. A delicious and colorful alternative to traditional pizza that's perfect for weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
For the Whole Wheat Dough:
- 2 cups whole wheat flour
- 1 packet instant dry yeast (2¼ tsp)
- ¾ cup warm water
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ½ teaspoon salt
For the Toppings:
- ½ cup tomato sauce low sugar or homemade
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella or vegan cheese
- ½ zucchini thinly sliced
- ½ cup cherry tomatoes halved
- ½ red bell pepper sliced
- ¼ red onion thinly sliced
- ½ cup mushrooms sliced
- 1 handful of spinach
- Fresh basil for garnish
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine whole wheat flour, yeast, and salt. Add warm water and olive oil. Mix and knead for 5–8 minutes until a soft dough forms.
- Cover the dough and let it rise in a warm place for 45–60 minutes, or until it doubles in size.
- Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C). Place a baking sheet or pizza stone inside to heat up.
- While the oven heats, wash and slice all vegetables. If using zucchini or mushrooms, sauté them lightly to release moisture.
- Roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface to your desired thickness. Transfer it to parchment paper.
- Spread tomato sauce over the dough, then sprinkle with shredded cheese. Add all the sliced vegetables on top.
- Carefully transfer the pizza to the hot baking surface and bake for 12–15 minutes or until the crust is golden and the cheese is melted.
- Remove from the oven, garnish with fresh basil, slice, and serve.
Notes
- For a gluten-free version, use a cauliflower or gluten-free crust.
- For a vegan version, use dairy-free cheese or a sprinkle of nutritional yeast.
- Add protein with grilled chicken, tofu, or chickpeas.
- Avoid soggy crust by lightly cooking watery veggies before baking.