Vegan French Bread Pizza
French bread halves serve as the base for this fast, satisfying pizza, topped with cashew mozzarella and bold plant-based toppings. Broiling gives the crust a crisp edge while keeping the center chewy. The whole thing is ready in about 25 minutes, making it a reliable option for busy evenings.
Equipment
- Baking sheet
- Blender or food processor
- Chef's knife
- Mixing bowl
Ingredients
- 1 loaf French bread fresh, preferably with a crisp crust
- 1 cup marinara sauce low-sodium with fresh herbs preferred
- 1 cup vegan shredded mozzarella or use homemade cashew cheese (see below)
- ¼ cup black olives sliced
- ¼ cup red onion thinly sliced
- ½ cup baby spinach roughly chopped
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 cup raw cashews soaked for 4 hours or boiled for 10 minutes
- ⅓ cup unsweetened plant milk soy or oat recommended
- 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice freshly squeezed
- ½ teaspoon sea salt to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Slice the French bread in half lengthwise to create two open-faced halves. Place them cut-side up on the baking sheet.
- Spread about 1/2 cup of marinara on each half of the bread, making sure to reach the edges for full flavor coverage.
- If using the homemade cashew cheese: blend soaked cashews, plant milk, nutritional yeast, lemon juice, and salt until smooth and creamy. Spoon or dollop across the sauced bread.
- Top each bread half with vegan mozzarella (or cashew cheese), then layer on the olives, red onion, and spinach.
- Sprinkle the entire surface with dried oregano for a fragrant, savory boost.
- Bake for 12–15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbling and the edges of the bread are golden brown and crispy.
- Remove from oven and let cool for 3–5 minutes before slicing. Serve warm.
Notes
- For extra flavor, rub the bread with a cut clove of garlic before adding sauce.
- Roasted red peppers or sautéed mushrooms make delicious optional toppings.
- Use gluten-free French rolls for a gluten-free version.
Nutrition
Calories: 595kcalCarbohydrates: 76gProtein: 21gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gSodium: 1610mgPotassium: 660mgFiber: 7gSugar: 9gVitamin A: 701IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 136mgIron: 8mg
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