Cajun Roasted Veggie Pizza (Printable Version)

Colorful pizza topped with spicy Cajun veggies and melty cheese—perfect for weeknight dinners or entertaining friends.

# Ingredient List:

→ Vegetables

01 - 1 cup red bell pepper, sliced
02 - 1 cup zucchini, sliced into half-moons
03 - 1 cup red onion, thinly sliced
04 - 1 cup cremini mushrooms, sliced
05 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

→ Seasoning

06 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
07 - 1 1/2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
08 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
09 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

→ Pizza Base

10 - 1 prepared 12-inch pizza dough
11 - 1/2 cup tomato-based pizza sauce

→ Cheese

12 - 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
13 - 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

→ Optional Garnishes

14 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
15 - 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes

# Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, combine all vegetables with olive oil, Cajun seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Mix until evenly coated.
03 - Arrange the seasoned vegetables in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Roast in the oven for 15 to 18 minutes until tender and lightly charred.
04 - On a floured surface, roll out the pizza dough to a 12-inch diameter. Place dough on a lightly greased pizza pan or baking sheet.
05 - Spread pizza sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a small border for the crust.
06 - Top sauce with half the mozzarella cheese. Distribute roasted vegetables evenly. Add remaining mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
07 - Bake for 12 to 15 minutes until crust turns golden and cheese is bubbling and melted.
08 - Allow pizza to cool briefly after removing from oven. Garnish with parsley and red pepper flakes as desired.
09 - Slice pizza and serve while warm.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Easy to customize with your favorite vegetables and cheese
  • Delivers a real punch of flavor with cajun seasoning
  • No pizza stone required just a basic baking sheet
  • Ready in under an hour
  • Vegetarian-friendly and simple to make dairy or gluten free
02 -
  • Rich in fiber from all the veggies
  • Easy to adapt for vegan or gluten free diets
  • Makes a fun shareable meal for parties
03 -
  • Always preheat your oven for the best crust
  • Do not overload the pizza with toppings or it will turn soggy
  • Let the finished pizza rest a few minutes before cutting so the cheese sets
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