Name: Raw Vegan Pizza Recipe
Prep time: PT-490152H59M36S
Cook time: PT-490152H59M36S
Total time: PT-490152H59M36S
Cuisine: Vegan
Ingredients: 2 cups buckwheat, soaked; 1 cup almond flour; 1/2 cup zucchini; 1/4 cup flax seed; 1/8 cup scallions; 1 tbsp nutritional yeast; 1 tbsp coconut sugar; Pinch of salt and pepper; 3 tomates, preferably Roma, sliced 1/4 inch thick; 1/2 cup fresh basil; 2 garlic cloves; 1 scallion; 2 cups crimini mushrooms; 2 tbsp olive oil; 1 tbsp soy sauce; 1/4 cup scallions; 1 tbsp herbs (rosemary, basil, etc.); 2 cups shredded zucchini; 2 tbsp nutritional yeast; 1 tsp lemon juice; 1/4 tsp salt

Introduction

This raw vegan pizza is a delightful and healthy alternative to traditional pizza, crafted with a crisp buckwheat crust and topped with fresh vegetables and flavorful seasonings. The dehydrated process creates a unique texture and brings out natural flavors without any cooking. Perfect for a light meal or a special gathering.

The image shows a round pizza with one main layer of tomato sauce spread over the crust, giving it a bright red base. On top, there is a layer of melted yellow cheese scattered unevenly. Dark brown cooked mushroom slices and bright green chopped scallions are spread across the pizza, with a large slice of tomato placed in the center as a focal point. The crust is golden brown and lightly textured. The pizza is placed on a white plate set on a white marbled surface. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

2 cups buckwheat, soaked

1 cup almond flour

1/2 cup zucchini

1/4 cup flax seed

1/8 cup scallions

1 tbsp nutritional yeast

1 tbsp coconut sugar

Pinch of salt and pepper

3 tomatoes, preferably roma

1/2 cup fresh basil

2 garlic cloves

1 scallion

2 cups shredded zucchini

2 tbsp nutritional yeast

1 tsp lemon juice

1/4 tsp salt

2 cups crimini mushrooms

2 tbsp olive oil

1 tbsp soy sauce

1/4 cup scallions

1 tbsp herbs (rosemary, basil, etc.)

Instructions

Step 1: Soak the buckwheat groats for up to 6 hours, then rinse and drain. Optionally, continue rinsing until small tails sprout for better texture.

Step 2: Add the soaked buckwheat, almond flour, zucchini, flax seed, scallions, nutritional yeast, coconut sugar, salt, and pepper to a food processor and blend until the mixture is smooth and combined.

Step 3: Spread the crust mixture evenly onto a dehydrator sheet, smoothing it out to about 1/4 inch thick.

Step 4: Start dehydrating the crust at 165°F (74°C) for 30 minutes, then lower the temperature to 115°F (46°C) and continue dehydrating until the crust is crispy. This can take between 2 to 4 hours.

Step 5: Slice the roma tomatoes about 1/4 inch thick. Arrange them on a dehydrator sheet and top with fresh basil, garlic cloves, and chopped scallion.

Step 6: Dehydrate the tomato and herb topping alongside the crust for about 1 to 2 hours.

Step 7: In a bowl, combine the crimini mushrooms with olive oil, soy sauce, scallions, and herbs. Spread the mixture out on another dehydrator sheet.

Step 8: Dehydrate the mushrooms with the tomatoes and crust for about 1 hour.

Step 9: For the zucchini cheese, shred the zucchini and mix it with nutritional yeast, lemon juice, and salt in a small bowl.

Step 10: Spread the zucchini mixture evenly on a dehydrator sheet and dehydrate it with the other toppings for about 1 hour.

Step 11: Once all components are ready, assemble your pizza by layering the crust, tomato sauce, zucchini cheese, and mushrooms as desired. Enjoy your fresh raw vegan pizza!

Tips & Variations

For extra flavor, add a sprinkle of chili flakes or smoked paprika to the crust mixture.

If you don’t have a dehydrator, you can try using a low oven temperature with the door slightly open but dehydration is preferred for texture.

Substitute crimini mushrooms with portobello or shiitake for different mushroom flavors.

Feel free to add other raw toppings like olives, sun-dried tomatoes, or bell peppers for variety.

FAQs

Can I make this pizza without a dehydrator?

While a dehydrator is ideal for achieving the crisp texture and flavor concentration, you can use a low oven setting (around 150°F) with the door slightly ajar to mimic the process, though results may vary.

Is this pizza suitable for gluten-free diets?

Yes, this pizza uses buckwheat and almond flour, both naturally gluten-free, making it suitable for gluten-free diets. Just be sure all ingredients, like soy sauce, are gluten-free versions.