Looking to elevate your pizza night? Try this colorful pizza featuring a creamy cashew sauce and sautéed rainbow chard! It’s packed with fresh flavors and makes for a delightful twist on the classic.
Ingredients
For the Cashew Cream Sauce:
- 1 cup raw cashews (soaked for 4 hours)
- 1/2 cup water
- 2 tbsp nutritional yeast (optional)
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 garlic clove
- Salt and pepper
For the Toppings:
- 2 cups rainbow chard, chopped
- 1 yellow onion, sliced
- 1 purple onion, sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 aruba pepper, diced
- Olive oil
- Pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
Instructions
1. Make the Cashew Cream Sauce
- Blend soaked cashews, water, nutritional yeast, lemon juice, garlic, salt, and pepper until smooth. Set aside.
2. Sauté the Chard
- Heat olive oil in a skillet. Sauté yellow onion until translucent, then add purple onion and cook for 3 minutes. Add rainbow chard and garlic, cooking until wilted. Season with salt and pepper.
3. Preheat the Oven
- Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C).
4. Assemble the Pizza
- Roll out the pizza dough, spread the cashew cream, and top with sautéed chard, cherry tomatoes, and diced aruba pepper.
5. Bake
- Bake according to dough instructions, about 12-15 minutes, until the crust is golden.
6. Serve
- Let cool for a few minutes, slice, and enjoy the burst of flavors!
This vibrant pizza is not only delicious but also a feast for the eyes. Perfect for a plant-based meal or a unique pizza night. Happy cooking! 🍕✨