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Veggie pizza is one of those meals that feels endlessly fun and flexible. It is the kind of meal you can build around whatever is ripe in your garden or whatever is hiding in your fridge. It’s colorful, comforting, and surprisingly simple to make. I prefer to use a classic tomato‑based sauce but a drizzle of olive oil or a spoonful of pesto are also delicious options for the sauce. Each base will bring a different personality to the pizza.

This is the recipe I reach for when I want something easy, customizable, and full of fresh flavor. It’s a great way to use up garden produce, and if you’re not a gardener, it’s the perfect “clean out the fridge” dinner that still feels special. You can also make the crust from scratch using this homemade pizza crust recipe.

There are endless options when it comes to toppings. Some of my favorite toppings include tomatoes, bell peppers, mushrooms, pickled onions, fresh onions, basil, artichokes, and olives. If you are wanting to bulk it up and add some protein you can add chicken, pepperoni, sausage, or ham. And finally, my favorite part, the cheese. My favorites are provolone, parmesan, or mozzarella. You can use one or mix and match to get the flavor profile you want!

One of the best parts of veggie pizza is how well it fits into garden season. You can walk outside, grab a handful of herbs, a ripe tomato, or a pepper, and build a pizza around whatever is ready. It’s fresh, seasonal cooking at its best.

And if you’re not a gardener? This is still the easiest way to use up leftover veggies before they go to waste.

Veggie pizza is simple, colorful, and endlessly adaptable — the kind of recipe that makes weeknight cooking feel fun instead of stressful. Whether you’re using garden produce, cleaning out the fridge, or just craving something fresh and cheesy, this pizza always hits the spot.

Why you will love this recipe

• Endlessly customizable — You can use any veggies or herbs you have on hand.
• Garden‑friendly — Just grab whatever is ripe and toss it on!
• Flexible sauces — You can use tomato sauce, olive oil, or pesto as the base for your pizza.
• Easy to adapt — Just add protein, swap cheeses, or keep it fully vegetarian.
• Perfect for weeknights — This recipe has simple ingredients and assembles quickly!

Ingredients

• 1 pizza dough – you can use a store bought pizza dough or a homemade pizza dough recipe
• 1/2 cup pizza sauce
• 1 and 1/2 cups mozzarella cheese
• 1 cup thinly sliced vegetables of your choice

How to make Veggie Pizza

• Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
• Prepare the pizza dough as directed.

• Add the pizza sauce to the dough and spread it out to the edges.

• Top with the cheese and vegetables.

• Bake in the oven for 18 to 20 minutes, until the cheese is golden brown and the vegetables are cooked through.

How to store veggie pizza

• Store veggie pizza in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.

More delicious garden fresh recipes

• Loaded potato salad
• Hidden veggie taco meat
• Refrigerator dill pickles
• Sun dried tomatoes