:) Thanks so much for the lovely review, Rich. My friend loved the “parm cheese” and I gave her the leftovers. Thank you Dana. Have nut allergy and made parm with sunflower seeds. Thank you!!!! :), Mmm mmm mmm. Sauteing the veges first is a great tip. Any advice here would be appreciated! This Cheesy Mac n Yeast by Lee Khatchadourian-Reese is not only super yummy, but super easy to make! My husbands actually! The amount of antioxidants in nutritional yeast is limited. Sautéed veggies are what I needed. Seriously. I’ll be wheeling this recipe out whenever I want to impress friends or family (or stuff my face guilt free). Thank you. this pizza was sooo delicious! Delicious. If not, you must. They like making it too! I’ve also never been able to get the Trader Joe’s pizza dough to cook properly. Amazing recipe – I have one addition that may already have been posted (haven’t had a chance to read all the comments). Especially for people with heart or kidney issues; Sauteeing veggies bring out their lovely sweetness and adding them to home-made pizza sauce + crust is INCREDIBLE! We added Vegan cheese and extra Veggies (fresh tomato, sautéed onion with the sautéed mushrooms and peppers ). Have a question? BTW, the whole family adored the Easy Vegan Cheesecakes with bluberries. Thanks for the excellent recipe! Have you tried our gluten free crust yet? I used to love pizza, but now I kind of just miss out. Feel free to reduce the salt if needed for lower sodium. Gonna try it tomorrow. This pizza looks so delicious, it really does . Great basic recipe, change the veggies around, and you feel like it is a different pizza every time! Hi Leila, not sure if we are understanding your question correctly, but for two pizzas, we’d suggest changing the serving to 4. It was just amazing. Hi Breanna, sorry for the confusion! This pie looks perfect, and I *love* these photos – I never know how to shoot pizza. I also omitted the sugar. This is so great, my hubby can’t have dairy and there are some things that you just can’t go without. There are literally thousands of vegan mac and cheese recipes online and in cookbooks, but the one unifying ingredient is nutritional yeast. So unfortunately disgusting to see the ways they deceivingly continue to find ways to POISON our food ! The sauce was the perfect mix of tomato, herb, and sweetness, and the veggies made us forget we were missing any cheese! Also, my parchment paper can withstand temps only to 420 degrees. You better believe I go through about 1 shaker-full every couple weeks now. Substitute 1/4°C Cornstarch and 2 tablespoons flour. I use homemade vegan pesto to give it that salt and garlic it was missing, but this is even better. I could not use herbs due to my friend being allergic, but the pizza was still really good! The result will give you the same effect that you speak of. The next time we just put all mushrooms and red onion (used the same seasoning) and it came out just as great! Thank you for posting this recipe. I also throw vegan cheese and vegan sausage on it. Cheesy Chia Popcorn. Tag @minimalistbaker on Instagram and hashtag it #minimalistbaker so we can see all the deliciousness! Thanks Stephanie. I guess you could probably just use whatever veggies you have in the fridge. VARIATION: To make a cheddar cheesy sauce for pouring over vegetables or baked potatoes, use 1/3 cup nutritional yeast and add 1/4 tsp. However, my husband is deathly allergic to cashews. It’s a half batch of this recipe. We’re so glad it turned out well, Kelly! I did not test minced but keeping the basil whole may have enhanced it tho. Seriously Dana – thank you, thank you, from the bottom of my pizza-loving heart!!! Directions. My non vegan friends and family really like it too. So it was overall easy to put everything together and I never expected it to taste so good! Advertisement. Loved this recipe! I love the crispy taste and the time it saves :). Hi, if I wanted to double the recipe and make two pizzas how many servings should I make? Thank you! The crust recipe you linked is amazing too, it tastes better than pre-made ones and contains less calories. And everyone in my family is happy again–especially me! Thanks! “nooch”) is all the rage these days. Thank you! Salt/Pepper to taste I am new to plant-based eating and I have recently discovered your blog! We made this pizza following your directions, with the exception of the crust. The crust has a strong herb flavor so you won’t miss it if you don’t add more. You can print this recipe by simply clicking the ‘print’ button which can be found near the ingredient list! Outstanding. now the only thing I wish I had made was the vegan Parmesan cheese :( I didint have the ingredients but next time I will . I added dollops of the ‘cheese’ you use for your lasagna roll ups, though I added only 1 tbsp of lemon, rather than 1/3 cup. All together result in amazing dough, or the best pitta bread. I will not waste my money any longer on frozen vegan pizza. I’m making some pull apart pizza buns and I thought I had pizza sauce. I just ate two of these and I wouldn’t mind another one, I’m supposed to be on a 1200 calorie diet… We’re so glad you enjoy it, Jackie! Made it and I am in LOVE! Finally decided to make my own this year and poof! Thank you! We are so glad you both enjoyed it! I sautéed the banana peppers yesterday. You can also add our vegan cheese instead of the mozzarella or our parmesan vegan cheese (add it after baking the pizza as well). My secret pizza toppings: smoked sundried tomatoes, pineapple and veggie shreds= a vegan Hawaiian pizza that’s better than the original! Thank you for posting this. I have made this three times in the past two weeks! .5 tsp garlic powder. I modified mine with what I had on hand–making the crust from scratch, using pasta sauce and sautéing up some of the onions, garlic and frozen bell beepers with the spices from the recipe. So glad you liked it, Hannah! Delicious, I carmelized my onions added sautéed mushrooms with chopped vegan bacon & shredded vegan cheese. I like to layer eggplant/aubergine over the base, on top of the sauce. And if one which one? – in the interests of saving power (and hassle!) Serve with remaining parmesan cheese, dried oregano and red pepper flake. -sauteed the toppings with veggie broth to make it oil free I also like to drizzle some oil to make it a bit more crispy and adds extra flavor. Season with salt, herbs and stir. Mix pasta sauce with garlic powder, parsley, oregano and red pepper flakes. I just became vegan within the last week so I am still learning and trying a variety of new things. Made garlic sourdough crust to put it on. An adult recommended serving of sodium per day is 2400 mg. A person on a low sodium diet needs to stick with 1500 mg/day. I used to add olive oil and sea salt to the crust, but since I’ve been to Blaze Pizza a few times, I’ve gotten ideas to spice up my own vegan pie to make up for my longing for mozzarella. This recipe doesn’t call for a dairy based cheese! I used my own cashew cheese recipe (1/4 C. cashews, 4 T. nutritional yeast, 1/2 t. salt, 1/4 t. Italian seasoning) and my own pizza crust. I added baked cauliflower before toppings for a white cheesy color! That said, I’m also passionate about a dish I just can’t live without-Vegan Pizza. Nutritional yeast is a living microorganism grown on sugarcane and beet molasses. So I’d like to think of myself as somewhat of an expert. Nutritional yeast is a versatile food that works with nearly any type of diet or eating style. I always put sauteed bell pepper and onion on my original pizza, so the only big difference was no cheese… which made me nervous. My husband and I love pizza and I’ve been searching (forever) for a vegan pizza that we love. but will thin when heated or when water is added. Wow. I have a nut allergy, what can I use to make vegan parmesan cheese instead of Cashew. Just a quick question! wow…this pizza was amazing! Thank you so much! The BEST vegan pizza made with a garlic-herb crust, simple tomato sauce, TONS of sauteed veggies, and vegan parmesan cheese. I made this last night, I made my own crust with some extra fresh herbs and added a lot of fresh basil and oregano on top. My husband ended up eating most of mine, he loved it. Thanks for a great recipe! I’ve been buying Amy’s no-cheese pizza when I had a pizza craving, but I always felt a little guilty spending so much for a frozen pizza (~$7 each) when I knew I could make one for so much less. This is OUTSTANDING pizza. We provided three different options, but just choose 1. I think I had the best pizza on the table…seriously. You don’t even miss the cheese! My son’s love vegan parm and use it on many wraps, pizzas, pastas and more to give them a great source of protein while they are growing. I tried a vegan mozzarella but it was not as good as your recipe for the vegan Parmesan. Also, I’ve recently gone vegan and this is the perfect dinner dish for any vegetarian or vegan… or actually anyone at all :) thank you for the recipe!! OMG. Thanks for sharing! i’ve used honey and cane sugar and both work great! My wife and son are travelling during his high school spring break to look at colleges while I manage the home front. Nutritional Yeast is a deactivated yeast (not to be confused with Brewer's yeast, which has a completely different taste and purpose). Perfection here! Once melted, add onion and cook until soft. My pizza turned out PERFECT. Top with desired amount of tomato sauce (you’ll have leftovers, which you can store in a jar for later use), a sprinkle of parmesan cheese and the sautéed veggies. But, the constant feelings of discomfort it would bring made it not worth it to me. Knead dough on a lightly floured surface, until smooth and elastic, 6 to 8 minutes. I have been a vegetarian off and on since I was 16, and a vegan for the past year; I’m now 55 and I must say I’m sold on the lifestyle and diet for my health and nutrition as well as my need to remain socially conscious and a steward of the environment. p.s I tried out your vegan parmesan recipe and I LOVE it! Blitz up the above ingredients until creamy and smear on to all of your pies. EACH paprika and mustard powder. You’re going to add the pizza WITH the parchment directly to the oven to properly crisp the crust, so any round object will do as it’s not actually going into the oven (I use a wood board). I made it for Super Bowl Sunday (did not watch super bowl) and since I had sauce and veggies left I made it on National pizza day with the gluten free crust. If you make it, be sure to snap a pic and tag it #minimalistbaker on Instagram or Twitter. Really good!! is it all the same dough i would just roll it out more if i do not want it has deep dish? The “cheese,” the sauce, the veggies…all of it…so flavorful and delicious. I love the idea of baking the pizza right on the rack on parchment paper — no awkward transferring!! Breder’s Pesto crust rub: Can’t tell you the number of vegan and GF crusts we’ve tried that have been just terrible. At least 208 pizzas, if not more. I love how the crust is still crisp, even without cheese. I just want to thank you for giving me the BEST vegan pizza recipe I’ve ever had. We’re so glad you enjoy it, Nancy! I am not near anywhere to purchase vegan cheese and was excited about your post til I saw the cashews. I loves this recipe! Total Carbohydrate This was absolutely delicious !!! I can’t wait to try this, thanks! Cook over med. I also put a layer of spinach on top of the tomato sauce, underneath the veggies. I am making this pizza this weekend. I’ve made this pizza a dozen times and each time it gets better and better. DIRECTIONS Mix dry ingredients in a saucepan. I almost always have all the ingredients on hand for this pizza recipe and I top it with whatever vegetables I have on hand. I’m from India and we have a cottage cheese called paneer, would that work? I’m not into fake cheese but the vegan parm is simple and tastes great. Hopefully I can give others some as well! – We didn’t have cashews or a food processor to make the “vegan parm” as instructed, so I mixed only the nutritional yeast, salt, and garlic powder together in a small bowl. Of course, you can add your favorite toppings! My friend Lisa – who shared the genius 5-Minute Microwave Hummus idea with me – used this method for a pizza she made recently and it kind of blew my mind how good it was. Happy to report it still tasted great! I can’t wait to try it :). Here it is! It’s so true that pizza made from scratch is better than anything you could order in…thanks for this vegan option! OMG I could hug you right now! Whenever me and my family are out and starving, we usually grab slices of pizza — everyone but me, that is. Will definitely make this again in the future!!! Hi Dana, *I use no oil in the pan when I saute the vegetables- a Teflon pan or tempered Wok is enough. Thanks so much, Yay! If you say that this is the best, then I believe you!! My belly is happy :). I’m looking forward to making it. Even picky eaters who usually dislike vegetables will enjoy this. Amazing, delicious! AND add some no-salt canned diced tomatoes, love tomatoes! Definitely making it again. After placing a hiatus on our Friday night pizza night due to my veganism, it is now back on because of this recipe! Yay! This makes delicious pizza! Her is why I prefer nutritional yeast on my kale chips vs. cheese. A new favourite! This pizza was so good!!!! You have saved me from life without pizza! I am new to the vegan world and recipes like this make it feel easy to be one. Kari! M.W or what. If I could nail freezing it then I can have mid week pizzas for emergencies too! It is surprising to find that something you thought was all about the cheese really isn’t. You could omit or sub additional peppers or mushrooms. Thanks for sharing. Yay! LOVE! 1 tablespoon veggie broth I neeeeed pizza right now, this is not helping haha! heat, whisking until it thicken and bubbles. Like you, I use refrigerator dough for the crust to save time and I saute my vegetables beforehand, but if I may, I would like to add a few easy to incorporate touches. This yellow, flaky substance is a deactivated form of yeast. This makes great grilled “cheese” sandwiches!!! I’m wondering if I could convince the other cooks to make some sort of nooch/vegan parm topper like you have so that vegans could have a little cheesy goodness! Nutritional yeast is a versatile food that works with nearly any type of diet or eating style. Hello! Next time, would you mind leaving a rating with your review? Hi Molly, thanks for the feedback. Aw, yay! :). Once hot, add 1 Tbsp olive oil (amount as original recipe is written // adjust if altering batch size), onion and peppers. I made this for myself, along with 3 ‘normal’ pizzas for a birthday party. I’ve made a few recipes already, but this is a standout! It’s making my vegan journey so very possible and TASTY. Even my non vegan SO loved it. Has to be the best pizza I have ever had. I’ve got some homemade crust that Ill use for this instead of TJ’s Ill let you know the outcome. I made the dough using your link and it turned out great. She “mmmm”-d for every bite LOL. Will definitely be making this again… it’s a winner! I could have this every day! Hi! I prepare the eggplant by slicing thinly into circles and slow roasting with some olive oil, fresh garlic and hot chili peppers at around 140’C for 15-20min. –put a section with vegan garlic alfredo in place of pizza sauce but it didn’t taste distinctive so i might try thickening it next time. Xo. I ask because we live about 5 hours from a TJs and are making a trip next month so I’m working on my list! Looks delicious…would love a slice of that!! The link to vegan parmesian is dead =( . The “parmesan” is INCREDIBLE. This is the best pizza we’ve ever tasted!!! No I don’t, did a Google search and found your site! heaping 1/4 cup of cashews Nutritional yeast (a.k.a. Recipe. This is a delicious recipe!! Instead of margarine, whip in 1/2°C of oil after it cooks. No kidding! We’re so glad you enjoy it, Lauren! You are one incredible person. Or is it refrigerated? I am so glad I found this recipe. Thank you. The best thing about pizza, vegan or not, is leftovers too I feel – it tastes so good the next day! I topped my pizza with Fresh arugula as well, I think cherry tomatoes would go lovely with this pizza too! Two nights ago, they happened to be at my daughter’s college and took her out for dinner. If you are interested read on: (Not common!) Thank you! Big claims around here, but I know my stuff. You’re welcome. The veggies are so good too. Sooooo yum! I’ve always loved making my own pizza pies and was devastated thinking I’d have to eliminate pizza from my diet in the name of good health. Balsamic drizzle finish: Much appreciated. It’s like gold around this house! https://www.bonappetit.com/test-kitchen/ingredients/article/nutritional-yeast-2 Many of its health benefits are believed to be related to this unique fiber. The current popularity of glamorous nutritional yeast owes everything to its lowly and bitter close cousin brewer's yeast, a by-product of the brewing industry.Along with baker's yeast, nutritional and brewer's yeast are usually strains of the single-celled fungus Saccharomyces cerevisiae (occasionally other species are used).Unlike active—meaning living—baker's yeast, which … This yellow, flaky substance is a deactivated form of yeast. Inspired my toppings based on this recipe. Would you mind posting them please? https://gutsybynature.com/2017/03/19/aip-cheese-dairy-free-nut-free-soy-free I’ve made and enjoyed several of your recipes before, but this one just blew me away so I had to leave a comment and let you know. My family loves this pizza and asks for it all the time!! Roll out dough onto a floured surface and transfer to a parchment-lined round baking sheet. In fact, he’s completely in love with that vegan Parmesan, as soon as I make it, it’s gone. So soft, mega flavorful and delicious. I cooked the veggies without oil and it worked just as well. if you make this pizza I promise you you’ll love it . The directions for putting the pizza into the oven seem confusing and hard to follow. I used a GF flour. Instructions Put all ingredients into a saucepan and stir with a whisk. I followed this recipe for pizza night with some friends this weekend. I made this for dinner tonight. *For those who use a pizza pan instead of the rack method, I use a fine layer of cornmeal- preferably white cornmeal- on a pizza pan and place the dough on top of the meal for baking. Process these ingredients into a fine flour. Whoop! I’ve never had one I could rave about. I absolutely love this pizza… it was just hard not to eat the topping before it reached the crust :D, Sauteed veggies! We’ve made this recipe a couple times now and it’s a great one. In the winter I roast ’em first, and that makes an incredible veggie pizza. :). So delicious. 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