Jun 09 2026
RestaurantsEarls Kitchen + Bar - WaikikiVegan Kale + Mushroom Pizza Recipe

Vegan Kale + Mushroom Pizza Recipe

Time45m
Serves4

Caramelized onion, vegan cheese, sautéed mushrooms, crispy kale

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Ingredients

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Pizza Base and Toppings

Method

Preparation and Assembly

  1. 1

    Prepare the Dough

    Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C). Roll out the pizza dough on a lightly floured surface to your desired thickness. Place the rolled dough onto a pizza stone or a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

  2. 2

    Caramelize the Onions

    Slice the onion thinly. In a skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced onion and a pinch of salt. Cook for about 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the onions are caramelized and brown. Set aside.

  3. 3

    Sauté the Mushrooms

    Chop the mushrooms. In the same skillet, add another tablespoon of olive oil. Once hot, add the mushrooms, a pinch of salt, and black pepper. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes or until they are tender and browned. Set aside.

  4. 4

    Prepare the Kale

    Wash and dry the kale leaves. Remove the stems and tear into bite-sized pieces. In a mixing bowl, drizzle with a little olive oil and sprinkle with salt. Massage the leaves to make them tender and crispy when baked.

  5. 5

    Assemble the Pizza

    Spread a layer of caramelized onions on the pizza dough. Evenly distribute the sautéed mushrooms over the onions. Sprinkle the vegan cheese across the top, followed by the massaged kale pieces. Finally, sprinkle nutritional yeast for added flavor.

  6. 6

    Bake the Pizza

    Transfer the assembled pizza to the preheated oven and bake for about 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese has melted.

  7. 7

    Serve

    Once baked, remove the pizza from the oven. Allow it to cool for a minute before slicing. Serve hot, garnished with additional nutritional yeast if desired.

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