The Mediterranean Delight Pizza– a creation that combines vibrant gluten-free ingredients, playful textures, and bold flavours into a fun and delicious experience that will leave you craving more.
Picture a gluten-free pizza with a golden crust, generously spread with our homemade spinach and basil pesto sauce, topped with a mosaic of colourful dried chickpeas, juicy tomatoes, crispy lettuce leaves, fragrant basil, and aromatic minced garlic. Each bite is a celebration of the Mediterranean’s finest flavors, a harmonious medley that will transport you to sun-kissed shores and azure waters.
This gluten-free pizza dough is made from sweet potatoes! Vegan and super easy to make. Everything in one bowl. Bake and complete! Picture a golden crust, generously spread with our homemade spinach and basil pesto sauce, topped with a mosaic of colourful dried chickpeas, juicy tomatoes, crispy lettuce leaves, fragrant basil, and aromatic minced garlic.
Ingredients
pizza dough ingredients:
- 1 cup mashed sweet potato (cooked and cooled)
- 1 ½ cups oat flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon ground pepper
- 1-2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
Spinach pesto ingredients:
- 2 cups fresh spinach leaves
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves
- 2 green onions, chopped
- 2 cloves of garlic (minced)
- ¼ cup cashews
- ¼ cup olive oil
- ½ teaspoon salt (or to taste
Topping:
- dried chickpeas,
- sliced tomatoes,
- lettuce leaves,
- fresh basil,
- minced garlic
Here are some substitute ingredients you can use for the toppings in the “Mediterranean Delight Pizza” recipe:
- Dried Chickpeas:
- Substitute with roasted chickpeas for a similar crunchy texture and nutty flavor.
- Alternatively, you can use roasted or grilled eggplant slices for a hearty and smoky alternative.
- Tomatoes:
- If fresh tomatoes are not available, you can use sun-dried tomatoes for an intense and slightly sweet flavor.
- Another option is to use roasted red bell peppers, which add a touch of sweetness and a smoky undertone.
- Lettuce Leaves:
- Substitute with fresh baby spinach leaves or arugula for a peppery kick and added nutritional value.
- For a different twist, you can use sliced cucumber or thinly shredded kale for added crunch and freshness.
- Fresh Basil:
- If fresh basil is not on hand, you can use fresh parsley or cilantro for a different herbaceous note.
- Alternatively, you can sprinkle some dried basil or Italian seasoning for an herb-infused flavor.
- Minced Garlic:
- Substitute with garlic powder or granulated garlic for a milder garlic flavor.
- You can also use finely chopped shallots or red onions for a different aromatic profile.
Ingredients
Sweet Potato Dough
- 1 cup mashed sweet potato (cooked and cooled)
- 1½ cups oat flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- ½ tsp ground pepper
- 1-2 tbsp nutritional yeast
Spinach Pesto Sauce
- 2 cups fresh spinach leaves
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves
- 1 green onions, chopped
- ¼ cup cashews
- ¼ cup olive oil
- salt (or to taste)
Toppings
- ¼ cup dried chickpeas
- ½ cup chopped, tomatoes
- ½ cup lettuce leaves
- ¼ cup fresh basil
- 1 tbsp minced garlic
Instructions
Dough
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the mashed sweet potato, oat flour, baking powder, salt, oregano, pepper, and nutritional yeast. Mix well until the ingredients are evenly incorporated.
- Remove the dough from the bowl and place it on the prepared baking sheet. Use your hands or a rolling pin to shape the dough into your desired pizza crust thickness. You can make it thin and crispy or thicker for a more doughy texture.
- Place the baking sheet with the dough in the preheated oven and bake for about 10-12 minutes until the edges start to slightly golden.
- Remove the partially baked dough from the oven and let it cool slightly.
pesto sauce
- In a blender or food processor, add the fresh spinach leaves, basil leaves, chopped green onions, cashews, olive oil, and salt
- Blend or process the ingredients until they form a smooth and creamy sauce. You may need to stop and scrape down the sides of the blender or food processor a few times to ensure everything is well combined.
- Taste the pesto sauce and adjust the salt if necessary. Add more olive oil if you prefer a thinner consistency.
- Once the pesto sauce is ready, you can spread it on your pizza dough as a base sauce. Use a spoon or spatula to evenly distribute the pesto over the dough, leaving a small border around the edges for the crust.