Vegetarian Pizza Recipe
Bell peppers, onions, mushrooms, and olives.
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Ingredients
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Pizza Dough
Toppings
Method
Prepare Pizza Dough
- 1
Activate Yeast
In a small bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast. Allow it to sit for about 5-10 minutes until it becomes frothy.
- 2
Make Dough
In a large mixing bowl, combine flour and salt. Create a well in the center and add the activated yeast mixture and olive oil. Mix until a dough forms.
- 3
Knead Dough
Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- 4
Let Dough Rise
Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
Prepare Toppings
- 5
Assemble and Bake Pizza
- 6
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C).
- 7
Shape Dough
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it out on a floured surface to your desired thickness.
- 8
Add Sauce and Toppings
Transfer the rolled-out dough to a pizza stone or baking sheet. Spread the tomato sauce evenly over the dough. Sprinkle mozzarella cheese, then add the sliced vegetables and olives. Season with oregano, salt, and pepper.
- 9
Bake Pizza
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly and melted.
- 10
Cool and Slice
Remove the pizza from the oven and allow it to cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.