Zucchini and Mushroom Pizza

This zucchini and mushroom pizza is a great way to use up summer vegetables. The zucchini and mushrooms are sautéed until tender, then topped with pizza sauce, mozzarella cheese, and Parmesan cheese. The pizza is baked until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly. This pizza is a delicious and easy way to get your vegetables.

I first developed this recipe a few years ago when I was looking for a way to use up some zucchini from my garden. I had never made a zucchini pizza before, but I was pleasantly surprised by how delicious it was. The zucchini and mushrooms add a lot of flavor and texture to the pizza, and the pizza sauce and cheese make it a satisfying meal. I've been making this pizza ever since, and it's always a hit with my family and friends.

Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 15 | Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 1 medium zucchini, thinly sliced
• 1 cup sliced mushrooms
• 1/2 cup chopped onion
• 1/4 cup chopped red bell pepper
• 1/4 cup pizza sauce
• 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 (12-inch) whole-wheat pizza crust

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
2. Place the pizza crust on a baking sheet.
3. Spread the pizza sauce evenly over the crust.
4. Top with the zucchini, mushrooms, onion, and bell pepper.
5. Sprinkle with the mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses.
6. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
7. Let cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.

Why It Works

• The zucchini and mushrooms are sautéed until tender, which brings out their flavor and makes them easy to digest.
• The pizza sauce is made with a combination of tomatoes, garlic, and herbs, which gives it a rich and flavorful taste.
• The mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses melt together to create a gooey and delicious topping.
• The pizza is baked at a high temperature, which gives the crust a golden brown color and a crispy texture.