English Veggie Pizza

The Garden-Fresh English Veggie Pizza

This English Veggie Pizza is a celebration of fresh produce, designed to be both incredibly flavorful and visually stunning. It’s packed with a generous variety of finely prepped vegetables, ensuring every bite offers a delightful medley of textures and tastes, from the earthy mushrooms to the spicy jalapeños and the sweet bell peppers. Finished with vibrant fresh parsley, this pizza is a hearty and satisfying option for vegetarians and anyone who loves a loaded veggie pie.

Yields: 1 medium (10-12 inch) pizza Prep time: 25 minutes (plus dough rising time) Cook time: 12-18 minutes

Ingredients:

• For the Pizza Dough:
  • 1 standard pizza dough ball (homemade or good quality store-bought, about 250-300g / 9-10 oz)
    • (If making homemade, ensure it has risen and is ready to use.)
• For the Sauce Base:
  • 1/2 cup good quality pizza sauce or marinara sauce (your preference for a robust base)
• For the Toppings:
  • 1/2 cup fresh mushrooms, finely sliced
  • 1/4 cup black olives, sliced (pitted)
  • 2-3 tablespoons jalapeño slices (fresh or pickled, adjust to desired heat)
  • 1/2 cup mixed bell peppers (red, yellow, green), finely sliced or diced
  • 1/4 cup red onion, finely sliced or thinly diced
  • 1.5 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded (low-moisture, part-skim recommended for best melt)
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped (for finishing)
  • A drizzle of extra virgin olive oil (optional, for flavor before baking)
  • Pinch of dried oregano or Italian herbs (optional, to sprinkle over sauce)
  • Salt and black pepper to taste (for sprinkling over veggies)