How to Make Vegan Pizza
Check out all our tips, topping suggestions and variations for making the best vegan pizza.
Calling all pizza lovers! Whether you’re vegan or just avoiding dairy, this abundant, veggie-packed vegan pizza will satisfy all your cravings. With a crackly homemade crust, colorful roasted vegetables and the ease of store-bought sauce, you might just end up with a new Friday night tradition.
What are good vegan pizza toppings?
We love the classic combo of peppers, onions and mushrooms used here. Feel free to swap the mushrooms for diced eggplant or sliced zucchini. If you enjoy briny flavors, add chopped artichokes or olives to your pizza.
Ingredients for Vegan Pizza
- Dough: Use our Basic Pizza Crust recipe for a homemade version. For a shortcut, use a store-bought crust from the supermarket or your local pizzeria.
- Pizza sauce: Check out our favorite store-bought pizza sauces. You can also make pizza sauce from scratch.
- Dairy-free cheese: Opt for one of our go-to vegan cheese brands.
- Vegetables: Use the veggies listed in this recipe or swap the mushrooms for eggplant, use red onion instead of white, and any color peppers you have.
- Cornmeal: This prevents the pizza from sticking to the baking sheet.
Vegan Pizza Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 medium onion, sliced
- 1-1/2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms
- 1/2 cup sliced sweet red pepper
- 1/2 cup sliced green pepper
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons canola oil
- 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/4 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
- Pizza dough, homemade or store-bought
- Cornmeal
- 1/2 cup pizza sauce
- 2 medium tomatoes, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup shredded dairy-free Parmesan-flavored cheese
- 1/4 cup loosely packed basil leaves, thinly sliced, divided
Directions
Step 1: Roast the vegetables
On a rimmed baking sheet, combine the onions, mushrooms, peppers and garlic with oil and dried herbs. Toss with your hands to combine. Roast in a 425°F oven until crisp-tender, about 10 minutes.
Step 2: Prepare the dough
Roll the dough into a 15-inch circle. Grease a pizza pan with oil and sprinkle with cornmeal. Transfer the dough to the pan, building up the edge slightly. Immediately place in the oven and bake until lightly browned, 12 to 15 minutes.
Do you know? You can freeze pizza dough. Try the best way to store pizza dough for future pizza nights or last-minute cravings!
Step 3: Assemble the pizza
Transfer the roasted vegetables to a cutting board and chop coarsely. Spread the pizza sauce on the crust and top with the roasted vegetables and tomato slices. Sprinkle with cheese and fresh basil.
Step 4: Bake the pizza
Bake until the crust is golden brown, 12 to 15 minutes longer. Garnish with extra basil, slice and serve.
Vegan Pizza Variations
- Pesto pizza: For an unusual twist, substitute the pizza sauce with a homemade vegan pesto.
- Whole wheat pizza: Use our whole wheat pizza dough for an even healthier version.
How to Store Vegan Pizza
Store leftovers in an airtight container—or wrapped tightly in foil—in the fridge for up to three days.
Vegan Pizza Tips
What can I use as a cheese substitute for vegan pizza?
There are many amazing vegan cheeses available in stores today, including block, shredded, pourable and spreadable options. We recommend trying a few to find one you like best. You can also make your own cashew cheese spread.
What type of crust is best for vegan pizza?
You can use a basic pizza crust recipe or a whole wheat dough for a more nutritious option. If you’re avoiding gluten, use our gluten-free pizza crust.
