Indulge in a new world of plant-based comfort food with our Veggie Cassava Pizza recipe. A unique twist on a classic favorite, this recipe features a gluten-free, nutrient-rich cassava crust that's hearty and delicious.
1 cup
water reserved from boiling potatoes and carrots
1 cup
cashews
1 tsp
sea salt
½ tsp
turmeric
Juice of 1 lime
2 tsp
apple cider vinegar
1 tsp
smoked paprika
¼ cup
nutritional yeast
1 tsp
onion powder
3
garlic cloves
Pinch of pepper
Vegetables
1 roasted
sweet bell pepper, sliced into strips
6
portobello mushrooms, sliced
1 cup
spinach, or your preferred leafy greens
Fresh herbs to taste (optional)
Instructions
Instructions
Pizza Dough
1. Place the yucca in a high-powered blender or food processor and process until it reaches a pureed texture.
2. Line a baking sheet with a silicone baking mat or parchment paper, and use a round mold to shape the dough. Use a spatula to spread the dough evenly to your desired thickness.
3. Bake for 40 to 50 minutes, depending on how thick the crust is.
Tomato Sauce
1. In a medium-sized saucepan, over medium heat, sauté the onion and garlic for 5 minutes, stirring frequently. Add water if needed to prevent sticking.
2. Add the tomatoes, basil, and salt, and stir. Simmer, partially covered, for 20 minutes over medium-low heat. Stir after10 minutes to prevent sticking to the bottom.
3. Turn off the heat and let it rest. Use a blender or immersion blender to puree the tomatoes to the desired texture, being careful not to overblend. Store in the fridge for up to 2 weeks or in the freezer for up to 6 months.
Melted Cheese
1. Place all ingredients in a blender and process until creamy and smooth, resembling melted nacho cheese.
2. If you like it spicy, you can add cayenne pepper, jalapeños, red pepper, or chilies.
Pizza Assembly
1. Preheat the oven to 425 °F.
2. Spread tomato sauce evenly on top of your pre-cooked dough.
3. Add vegetables and melted cheese.
4. Bake for 10 to 15 minutes.
5. Remove from the oven, slice, and add more cheese if desired.
Cooking Tips
Cooking Tips
1. You can also prepare the dough with cooked yuca. Boil the peeled yucca for 20 minutes or until it is tender. Drain the water well and mash the yuca until you obtain a texture similar to pizza dough. Follow the rest of the steps in the recipe.
