New York-Style Pizza Recipe

Ingredients

This New York-style pizza recipe has been adapted to the vegetarian cuisine by replacing the traditional meat toppings with a variety of fresh vegetables. The crust is also made with whole wheat flour to make it healthier and more nutritious. We alse have the original recipe for New York-Style Pizza, so you can check it out.

• 2 cups (240g) whole wheat flour 2 cups (240g) whole wheat flour
• 1 tsp (5g) salt 1 tsp (5g) salt
• 1 tsp (5g) sugar 1 tsp (5g) sugar
• 1 tbsp (15ml) olive oil 1 tbsp (15ml) olive oil
• 1 cup (235ml) warm water 1 cup (235ml) warm water
• 1/2 cup (120ml) tomato sauce 1/2 cup (120ml) tomato sauce
• 1 cup (120g) shredded mozzarella cheese 1 cup (120g) shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1/2 cup (75g) sliced mushrooms 1/2 cup (75g) sliced mushrooms
• 1/2 cup (75g) sliced bell peppers 1/2 cup (75g) sliced bell peppers
• 1/4 cup (30g) sliced black olives 1/4 cup (30g) sliced black olives
• 1/4 cup (30g) sliced red onions 1/4 cup (30g) sliced red onions

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 280 / 1170
• Fat (total, saturated): 9g / 3g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 38g / 4g
• Protein: 12g
• Fiber: 6g
• Salt: 1g

Preparation

1. 1.
   Preheat the oven to 450°F (230°C).
2. 2.
   In a large bowl, mix together the flour, salt, sugar, and olive oil.
3. 3.
   Slowly add the warm water to the bowl and mix until a dough forms.
4. 4.
   Knead the dough for 5-10 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.
5. 5.
   Roll out the dough on a floured surface to form a 12-inch (30cm) circle.
6. 6.
   Transfer the dough to a pizza pan or baking sheet.
7. 7.
   Spread the tomato sauce over the dough, leaving a 1/2-inch (1cm) border around the edges.
8. 8.
   Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese over the sauce.
9. 9.
   Add the sliced mushrooms, bell peppers, black olives, and red onions on top of the cheese.
10. 10.
    Bake the pizza for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Mushrooms — Slice them thinly to ensure they cook evenly.
• Bell peppers — Use a variety of colors for a more colorful and flavorful pizza.
• Black olives — Use pitted olives to make them easier to slice.
• Red onions — Slice them thinly to avoid overpowering the other flavors.
• Whole wheat flour — Use it in place of all-purpose flour for a healthier crust.

Tips & Tricks

• Preheat the oven for at least 15 minutes to ensure a crispy crust.
• Use a pizza stone for an even crispier crust.
• Experiment with different vegetable toppings to find your favorite combination.
• Brush the crust with garlic butter for extra flavor.
• Let the pizza cool for a few minutes before slicing to avoid a soggy crust.

Serving advice

Serve the pizza hot and fresh out of the oven. Cut it into slices and serve with a side salad for a complete meal.

Presentation advice

Garnish the pizza with fresh herbs, such as basil or parsley, for a pop of color and flavor.