Vegan White Pizza with Smoked Tofu
Enjoy a gourmet vegan pizza with a rich béchamel sauce, fresh basil, smoked tofu, and a crispy golden crust. Perfect for any pizza lover!
Equipment
- Baking sheets
- Baking mats or parchment paper
- Cast-iron skillet (optional)
Ingredients
- 1 recipe Cast-Iron Deep Dish Pizza Dough
- 20 whole leaves fresh basil
- 1 recipe Béchamel Sauce garlic and basil variation
- ½ white onion sliced into julienne
- 6 ounces 170 g smoked tofu, cut into thin strips
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 450°F (230°C, or gas mark 8).
- Prepare 2 large-size baking sheets and 2 large-size pieces of parchment or silicone baking mats.
- Roll out the dough into two 10-inch (25-cm) crusts.
- On each, layer 10 whole basil leaves.
- Add half of the béchamel sauce to each, spreading evenly over the basil.
- Sprinkle half of the onions on each.
- Top each with half of the smoked tofu.
- Bake for about 10 minutes, or until the crust is golden and crispy.
Notes & Wine Advice
Wine Advice:
A light and crisp white wine, such as Sauvignon Blanc, complements the fresh basil and creamy béchamel sauce.
Nutrition values
Calories: 400 kcal | Carbohydrates: 45 g | Protein: 12 g | Fat: 18 g | Sugar: 6 g