Kabocha Squash Pizza with Garlic Cream

Vegan Kabocha Squash Pizza with Garlic Cream. This delightful recipe combines the sweetness of kabocha squash with a rich garlic cream sauce, making it a must-try for pizza lovers and vegans alike. Perfect for gatherings or a cozy night in, this pizza serves five and is sure to impress.

Ingredients

For the Pizza

• Pizza Dough:

  • 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour

  • 1 packet (2.5 tsp) instant yeast

  • 1 1/3 cups lukewarm water (110°F)

  • 1 tsp sea salt

  • 1 tbsp olive oil

• Toppings:

  • 2 cups kabocha squash, peeled and thinly sliced

  • 1 cup baby spinach

  • 1/2 cup red onion, thinly sliced

  • 1 cup vegan mozzarella cheese (shredded)

For the Garlic Cream Sauce

• 1 cup raw cashews (soaked for at least 4 hours)

• 3 cloves garlic, minced

• 1/2 cup water (adjust for desired consistency)

• 2 tbsp nutritional yeast

• Salt and pepper to taste

• Juice of half a lemon

Grocery List

• All-purpose flour

• Instant yeast

• Olive oil

• Kabocha squash

• Baby spinach

• Red onion

• Vegan mozzarella cheese

• Raw cashews

• Garlic

• Nutritional yeast

• Lemon

Cooking Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Dough

1. In a large bowl, combine warm water and yeast. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until frothy.

2. Add flour, salt, and olive oil to the yeast mixture. Mix until a dough forms.

3. Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5–7 minutes until smooth.

4. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.

Step 2: Make the Garlic Cream Sauce

1. Drain the soaked cashews and place them in a blender.

2. Add minced garlic, water, nutritional yeast, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.

3. Blend until smooth and creamy. Adjust water for desired consistency.

Step 3: Assemble the Pizza

1. Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C).

2. Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface to your desired thickness.

3. Transfer the rolled dough onto a pizza stone or baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

4. Spread a generous layer of garlic cream sauce over the base.

5. Arrange sliced kabocha squash, spinach, and red onion evenly on top.

6. Sprinkle vegan mozzarella cheese over the toppings.

Step 4: Bake the Pizza

1. Bake in the preheated oven for 15–20 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted.

2. Remove from oven and let cool slightly before slicing.

Nutritional Information (per serving)

• Calories: Approximately 350 kcal

• Protein: 10g

• Fat: 15g

• Carbohydrates: 45g

• Fiber: 5g

Tips & Notes

• Kabocha Squash Preparation: For easier slicing, microwave the whole squash for about 3 minutes before cutting.

• Make Ahead: The garlic cream sauce can be made in advance and stored in the refrigerator for up to one week.

• Dough Variations: Feel free to use store-bought pizza dough if you're short on time.

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