Grilled Veggie Pizza
I came up with this recipe one summer as a way to use up vegetables from our garden. Grilling the veggies first brings out their sizzling flavors. Try it with a sprinkling of olives or pine nuts before adding the cheese.
I came up with this recipe one summer as a way to use up vegetables from our garden. Grilling the veggies first brings out their sizzling flavors. Try it with a sprinkling of olives or pine nuts before adding the cheese.
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons minced fresh basil or 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 1 tablespoon water
- 1 small onion sliced
- 2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
- 4 teaspoons olive oil divided
- 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
- 2 small tomatoes chopped
- 1 small zucchini, cut into 1/4-inch slices
- 1 can (8 ounces) pizza sauce
- 1 small sweet red pepper sliced
- 1 whole wheat pizza crust
- 8 small fresh mushrooms halved
- 1 small sweet yellow pepper sliced
- Carbohydrate 4.77481743322735 g
- Cholesterol 0 mg
- Fat 0.894128615252991 g
- Fiber 1.10655063211816 g
- Protein 1.26227720352564 g
- Saturated Fat 0.127256148338578 g
- Serving Size 1 1 servings. (96g)
- Sodium 4.5761485042921 mg
- Sugar 3.66826680110919 g
- Trans Fat 0.0789661164204955 g
- Calories 31 calories
Step-by-step
- In a large bowl, combine the mushrooms, zucchini, peppers, onion, vinegar, water, 3 teaspoons oil and seasonings.
- Transfer to a grill wok or basket.
- Grill, covered, over medium heat for 8-10 minutes or until tender, stirring once.
- Prepare grill for indirect heat.
- Brush crust with remaining oil; spread with pizza sauce.
- Top with grilled vegetables, tomatoes and cheese.
- Grill, covered, over indirect medium heat for 10-12 minutes or until edges are lightly browned and cheese is melted.
- Rotate pizza halfway through cooking to ensure evenly browned crust.
My Grilled Veggie Pizza: A Summer Garden Delight
As a busy mom, finding time to cook healthy and delicious meals can often feel like a Herculean task. Between juggling work, school runs, and keeping the house in order, the last thing I want to do is spend hours slaving away in the kitchen. That's why I adore recipes that are both quick and packed with flavor – recipes like my Grilled Veggie Pizza. This pizza isn't just a meal; it's a celebration of summer's bounty, a testament to the simple joys of fresh, garden-grown produce.
The inspiration for this recipe struck one particularly sunny afternoon. Our garden, bursting with vibrant vegetables, was practically begging to be used. I had a whole wheat pizza crust waiting to be used, some leftover pizza sauce and I knew I had to create something special. The idea of grilling the vegetables first occurred to me as the perfect way to heighten their natural sweetness and create a delightful smoky char. The result? A pizza that’s far from ordinary. It’s a symphony of textures and tastes, a delightful mix of slightly charred vegetables, gooey melted mozzarella, and the tangy sweetness of the sauce, all nestled on a hearty whole wheat crust.
Why this recipe is my go-to:
- Speed and Efficiency: Grilling the veggies cuts down on prep time significantly, ensuring that this pizza can be made in a fraction of the time compared to many other pizza recipes.
- Flavor Explosion: Grilling intensifies the natural sweetness and adds a delicious smoky char to the vegetables, creating a flavor profile that's simply irresistible.
- Healthy and Nutritious: Packed with fresh vegetables and made with a whole wheat crust, this pizza is a guilt-free indulgence that nourishes both body and soul. It’s a great way to sneak in extra servings of your daily recommended vegetables.
- Adaptability: Feel free to experiment with different vegetables based on what's in season or what you have available in your fridge. The possibilities are endless! Add some olives, spinach or other seasonal veggies, anything that you like.
This Grilled Veggie Pizza is not just a meal; it's a testament to the magic that can happen when you embrace seasonal ingredients and simple cooking techniques. It's a recipe that’s as beautiful as it is delicious, perfectly embodying the spirit of summer and the joy of creating something special in your own kitchen. The smell alone is enough to make the whole family gather at the table, hungry for more.
Beyond the recipe itself, this pizza represents more than just a meal; it embodies the essence of connection. I often make it during family gatherings, involving my children in the simple tasks of prepping the vegetables, assembling the pizza, and finally, enjoying the fruits of our labor together. It's a reminder that the simplest moments, shared around a table filled with homemade goodness, are often the most precious ones. The joy of creating something wholesome and delicious, together, is an invaluable experience. The recipe, therefore, is more than just instructions; it's a memory in the making, a story unfolding with every delicious bite.
I encourage you to try this recipe and experience the magic for yourself. Let the aroma of grilled vegetables fill your kitchen, and the satisfaction of creating a healthy and flavorful meal bring a smile to your face. This Grilled Veggie Pizza is more than a recipe; it's an invitation to savour the simple joys of life, one delicious bite at a time.
