summer vegetable pizza

Health score
28%
summer vegetable pizza
45 min.
4
615kcal

Suggestions

This summer vegetable pizza is the perfect way to enjoy the best of the season's produce. Fresh, colorful veggies like eggplant, bell peppers, corn, and cherry tomatoes come together to create a delicious and nutritious topping for a crispy pizza crust. The combination of flavors and textures in this recipe is truly exceptional. The sweetness of the corn, the tanginess of the tomatoes, and the creaminess of the mozzarella create a flavor explosion in your mouth. Not to mention the fragrant basil and thyme that take this pizza to the next level. This recipe is not only delicious but also nutritious. It's packed with vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants from the variety of vegetables used. So, you can indulge in a slice or two without any guilt! The best part about this recipe is that it's versatile and can be customized according to your taste preferences or the availability of seasonal produce. Feel free to experiment with different types of vegetables, cheeses, or even add some grilled chicken or shrimp for a heartier meal. So, if you're looking for a fun and flavorful way to enjoy your summer veggies, this summer vegetable pizza is definitely the answer! It's a great option for a casual weeknight dinner or a fun weekend gathering with friends and family.

Ingredients

  • tablespoon olive oil extra virgin extra-virgin
  • cups onion thinly sliced
  • teaspoon thyme sprigs fresh chopped
  • cups bell pepper red thinly sliced
  •  eggplant 
  •  garlic clove thinly sliced
  • cup ears corn fresh ( 2 ears)
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper black
  • 16 ounce uncook pizza crust fresh
  • ounces mozzarella fresh thinly sliced
  • 1.5 ounces parmesan grated
  • cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • cup basil fresh
  • cup basil fresh

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • oven
  • pizza pan

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 42
  2. Position an oven rack in the next to lowest setting.
  3. Place a 16-inch pizza pan on the rack.
  4. Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
  5. Add olive oil to pan, and swirl to coat.
  6. Add 2 cups onion and thyme to pan; cook for 3 minutes or until the onion is tender, stirring occasionally.
  7. Add eggplant, bell pepper and garlic to pan; cook for 2 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  8. Add corn, salt, and black pepper to pan; cook for 1 minute or until thoroughly heated.
  9. Roll dough into a 16-inch circle on a lightly floured surface.
  10. Remove pan from oven. Coat the pan with cooking spray.
  11. Place dough on pan. Arrange mozzarella slices evenly over dough.
  12. Spread the corn mixture evenly over cheese, and top with Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese.
  13. Bake for 23 minutes. Arrange tomatoes evenly over pizza; bake an additional 5 minutes or until crust is browned.
  14. Remove from oven; sprinkle with basil.

Nutrition Facts

Calories615kcal
Protein17.05%
Fat29.18%
Carbs53.77%

Properties

Glycemic Index
97.5
Glycemic Load
4.35
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
28.02%

Flavonoids

Delphinidin
98.12mg
Apigenin
0.02mg
Luteolin
0.7mg
Isorhamnetin
4.01mg
Kaempferol
0.55mg
Myricetin
0.09mg
Quercetin
16.78mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:615.23kcal
30.76%
Fat:20.46g
31.48%
Saturated Fat:9.71g
60.72%
Carbohydrates:84.82g
28.27%
Net Carbohydrates:75.39g
27.42%
Sugar:16g
17.77%
Cholesterol:35.22mg
11.74%
Sodium:1158.45mg
50.37%
Protein:26.9g
53.8%
Vitamin C:118.89mg
144.11%
Vitamin A:3590.83IU
71.82%
Vitamin K:62.3µg
59.33%
Calcium:477.38mg
47.74%
Manganese:0.79mg
39.43%
Fiber:9.43g
37.72%
Phosphorus:325.15mg
32.52%
Iron:5.09mg
28.25%
Vitamin B6:0.56mg
28.11%
Folate:106.47µg
26.62%
Potassium:807.2mg
23.06%
Vitamin B2:0.31mg
18.05%
Magnesium:71.14mg
17.78%
Vitamin E:2.47mg
16.44%
Vitamin B12:0.94µg
15.59%
Zinc:2.2mg
14.69%
Selenium:10.21µg
14.59%
Vitamin B1:0.22mg
14.53%
Vitamin B3:2.62mg
13.08%
Copper:0.25mg
12.67%
Vitamin B5:1.11mg
11.14%
Vitamin D:0.19µg
1.3%