Enjoy the flavors of pepperoni without the meat with this tasty Veggeroni Pizza recipe. Perfect for vegetarians or those looking to reduce their meat consumption, this pizza is topped with a plant-based alternative to pepperoni slices that are full of flavor. Make it at home for a satisfying and tasty meal!
Ingredients
- 1 store-bought or homemade pizza dough
- 1/2 cup marinara sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup sliced bell peppers
- 1/4 cup sliced black olives
- 1/4 cup sliced mushrooms
- 1/4 cup sliced red onions
- 1/4 cup Veggeroni slices
- 1/4 tsp dried oregano
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
- Fresh basil leaves for garnish
Directions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and grease a baking sheet or pizza pan.
- Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface to your desired thickness.
- Transfer the dough to the prepared baking sheet or pizza pan.
- Spread the marinara sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a small border around the edges.
- Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese over the sauce.
- Top with sliced bell peppers, black olives, mushrooms, red onions, and Veggeroni slices.
- Sprinkle dried oregano, garlic powder, and red pepper flakes over the pizza.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly.
- Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before slicing.
- Garnish with fresh basil leaves before serving.
Interesting Facts
Veggeroni slices are a plant-based alternative to traditional pepperoni, made from ingredients like vital wheat gluten, nutritional yeast, and spices.
This Veggeroni Pizza is a great way to enjoy the flavors of pepperoni while skipping the meat, making it a perfect option for vegetarians or those looking to reduce their meat consumption.