🍕 Broccoli, Cauliflower & Acorn Squash Pizza
A hearty, veggie-packed pizza with roasted flavor and crispy edges.
🛒 Ingredients (1 large pizza)
Crust
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1 lb pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
Veggies
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1 cup small broccoli florets
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1 cup small cauliflower florets
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1 cup acorn squash, peeled & thinly sliced or cubed
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2 tbsp olive oil
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Salt & black pepper
Sauce & Toppings
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½–¾ cup pizza sauce (or olive oil + garlic for white style)
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1½ cups shredded mozzarella
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¼ cup grated Parmesan
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1 tsp dried oregano or Italian seasoning
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Optional: red pepper flakes, ricotta dollops, balsamic glaze
🔥 Step-by-Step
1️⃣ Roast the Veggies
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Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
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Toss broccoli, cauliflower, and acorn squash with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
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Roast 15–20 minutes until just tender and lightly browned.
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Set aside.
2️⃣ Prepare the Dough
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Increase oven to 475°F (245°C).
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Roll or stretch dough onto a baking sheet or pizza stone.
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Lightly brush edges with olive oil.
3️⃣ Assemble
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Spread sauce evenly.
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Sprinkle mozzarella.
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Distribute roasted vegetables.
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Finish with Parmesan and oregano.
4️⃣ Bake
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Bake 10–14 minutes until crust is golden and cheese is bubbly.
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Broil 1–2 minutes for extra browning (optional).
🌿 Flavor Boost Ideas
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Add caramelized onions
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Sprinkle goat cheese or feta
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Top with fresh basil after baking
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Drizzle with balsamic reduction
If you’d like, I can turn this into a white garlic pizza, vegan version, or even a cauliflower crust recipe.