Chickpea Pumpkin Veggie Pizza
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
20 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Total Time
40 mins
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Servings
3
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Calories
315 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Fusion
Chickpea Pumpkin Veggie Pizza
Description
Chickpea Pumpkin Veggie Pizza features a pumpkin sauce reminiscent of a creamy spread seasoned with garlic, cumin, and Italian herbs, creating a depth of flavor uncommon in standard pizzas. The spiced chickpeas carry warmth from cayenne, cumin, and cinnamon, lending a textured, mildly spicy protein topping. Vegetables like sliced onions and tomatoes provide moisture and slight sweetness, balanced by fresh basil added post-bake for brightness. The baking process crisps the dough while softening the toppings for an inviting combination of textures and flavors. Vegan parmesan sprinkled at the end gives a touch of savory richness.
This pizza is best served fresh from the oven allowing the toppings to maintain their respective textures and flavors. It pairs well with light side salads or can be enjoyed as a stand-alone meal highlighting seasonal vegetables and plant proteins. The pumpkin sauce offers a subtle sweetness that complements the spice blend on the chickpeas, creating a balanced and hearty pizza option.
As noted, Chao cheeses or similar vegan cheese alternatives can be added before baking in thin strips to enhance the melty texture. Making the pumpkin sauce ahead allows for smooth assembly. Adjust salt and spice levels in the chickpea mixture according to taste and the saltiness of the chickpeas used.
Ingredients
For the Pumpkin sauce:
- 3/4 cup pumpkin not pumpkin pie mix, or roasted butternut puree or other winter squash puree, puree
- 1/2 tsp salt or to taste
- 1/2 tsp sugar or other sweetener
- 1 tsp italian herb blend or oregano + thyme + sage
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp cumin ground
- 1/2 tsp lemon juice
- 1 Tbsp non-dairy milk optional
- black pepper a generous sprinkle, to taste
For the spiced chickpeas:
- 3/4 cup chickpeas cooked
- 1 tsp neutral cooking oil generic cooking oil
- 1/3 salt depending on if the chickpeas were salted, or more
- 1/2 tsp cumin powder
- ¼ to ½ tsp cayenne pepper
- 1/4 tsp paprika
- ¼ tsp garlic granules
- ¼ tsp cinnamon
- ½ tsp lime juice
Veggies:
- onion sliced
- tomato sliced
- mushrooms or zucchini
- basil chopped, fresh
- pepita parmesan or your favorite parm recipe
- pizza dough or any of my other pizza crusts, use this White garlic Crust
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F / 220ºc. Prep the Pizza dough according to instruction. Roll it out into a 12 to 13 inch pizza. Let the rolled out dough sit near the warming oven for 5 minutes.
- Make the pumpkin sauce: Mix everything in a bowl until well combined. Add more salt if needed.
- Mix all the ingredients under chickpeas until well combined and all chickpeas are covered in spice.
- Spread the pumpkin sauce over the rolled out dough evenly.
- Add a layer of sliced tomatoes, then sliced onions, and other veggies like zucchini or mushrooms if using.
- Add spiced chickpeas all over. Sprinkle salt and pepper. Bake for 16 to 17 minutes. Broil for a minute to brown if needed.
- Remove the pizza from the oven. Add chopped fresh basil or other herbs on top. Sprinkle vegan parmesan. Let it sit for a minute, the slice and serve.
Notes
- Chao cheeses can be sliced into thin strips and added before baking for a melty topping.
- Adjust salt in the chickpea spices based on whether chickpeas are already salted.
- The pumpkin sauce can be made in advance to simplify pizza assembly.
- Use vegan parmesan or your preferred non-dairy cheese alternative for finishing.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 3Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 315 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 315kcal | 16% |
| Carbohydrates | 54g | 18% |
| Protein | 12g | 24% |
| Fat | 6g | 9% |
| Sodium | 560mg | 23% |
| Potassium | 723mg | 15% |
| Fiber | 10g | 40% |
| Sugar | 9g | 18% |
| Vitamin A | 10550IU | 211% |
| Vitamin C | 17.7mg | 20% |
| Calcium | 85mg | 9% |
| Iron | 5.2mg | 29% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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