Homemade Pizza with Roasted VegetablesIngredients:
For the dough:
– 1 1/2 cups (180g) all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting- 1 teaspoon active dry yeast- 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt- 3/4 cup (180ml) warm waterFor the roasted vegetables:
– 1 zucchini, sliced into 1/2-inch (1 cm) rounds- 1 red bell pepper, sliced into 1/2-inch (1 cm) strips- 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced into 1/2-inch (1 cm) strips- 1 red onion, sliced into 1/2-inch (1 cm) wedges- 2 tablespoons olive oil- Salt and pepper to tasteFor the pizza:
– 1 cup (120g) pizza sauce- 1 cup (120g) shredded mozzarella cheese- 1/2 cup (60g) grated Parmesan cheese- Fresh basil leaves, for toppingInstructions:
Make the dough:
1.
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, yeast, and salt.
2.
Gradually add the warm water while stirring.
3.
Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 8-10 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.
4.
Form the dough into a ball, place it in a lightly oiled bowl, and cover it with a damp cloth.
5.
Let the dough rise in a warm place for 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
Roast the vegetables:
1.
Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
2.
Toss the zucchini, bell peppers, and onion with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
3.
Spread the vegetables on a baking sheet and roast for 20-25 minutes, or until tender and slightly caramelized.
Assemble the pizza:
1.
Punch down the dough and divide it in half.
2.
On a lightly floured surface, stretch or roll out each half of the dough into a 12-inch (30 cm) circle.
3.
Spread the pizza sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a 1-inch (2.
5 cm) border.
4.
Sprinkle the mozzarella cheese over the sauce.
5.
Top with the roasted vegetables.
6.
Sprinkle the Parmesan cheese over the vegetables.
Bake the pizza:
1.
Bake the pizzas on a preheated pizza stone or baking sheet for 15-20 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Serve:
1.
Remove the pizzas from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes before slicing.
2.
Garnish with fresh basil leaves and serve immediately.

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