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Margherita Pizza with added vegetables Recipe

Italian · Main course · 35 min total

A classic Margherita pizza topped with colorful bell peppers, mushrooms, and zucchini for extra flavor and nutrition.

Ingredients

• 1 lb pizza dough, store-bought or homemade
• 1/2 cup tomato sauce
• 8 oz fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced
• 1/2 cup sliced bell peppers (mixed colors)
• 1/2 cup sliced mushrooms
• 1/2 cup thinly sliced zucchini
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh basil leaves for garnish

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 500°F (260°C) with a pizza stone or inverted baking sheet inside.
2. Divide dough into 4 equal pieces. On a floured surface, stretch each into a 10-inch round.
3. Spread 2 tablespoons tomato sauce on each round, leaving a 1-inch border.
4. Arrange mozzarella slices evenly over sauce.
5. Top with bell peppers, mushrooms, and zucchini. Drizzle with olive oil, sprinkle oregano, salt, and pepper.
6. Transfer pizzas to preheated stone or sheet. Bake 10-15 minutes until crust is golden and cheese bubbly.
7. Garnish with fresh basil leaves. Slice and serve hot.

Tips

• Use a pizza peel or parchment paper to transfer pizzas easily.
• Customize vegetables based on seasonal availability.
• Leftover pizza can be stored in the fridge and reheated in a skillet.

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