Zucchini Pizza: Easy, Delicious & Mediterranean-Inspired

Jump to Recipe ↓

Zucchini pizza is a delicious way to enjoy a classic favorite with fresh zucchini as one of the main toppings. With pizza dough, marinara sauce, mozzarella, Parmesan, and Italian seasoning, this recipe is simple, flavorful, and easy to customize.

Why I Like Zucchini Pizza

I love this zucchini pizza because the combination of tender zucchini, melted cheese, and flavorful Italian seasoning makes every bite satisfying.

It is also a great way to add more vegetables to pizza night. You can keep the recipe simple or customize it with your favorite toppings.

Zucchini Pizza Recipe

This recipe starts with store-bought pizza dough and is topped with marinara or pizza sauce, mozzarella cheese, thinly sliced zucchini, Parmesan, and Italian seasonings.

The zucchini adds a fresh flavor and tender texture that pairs beautifully with the savory sauce and melted cheese.

Ingredients

• 2 pounds store-bought pizza dough
• 1 medium zucchini, thinly sliced into rounds
• 1 cup marinara or pizza sauce
• 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
• ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
• ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
• ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
• ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, optional
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• Fresh basil leaves, for garnish
• Salt and pepper to taste

How to Make Zucchini Pizza

1. Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C).
2. Prepare the dough: Lightly flour a work surface and roll out the pizza dough to your desired thickness. Transfer it to a baking sheet or pizza stone.
3. Brush with olive oil: Lightly brush the dough with 1 tablespoon of olive oil. This helps prevent the crust from becoming soggy.
4. Pre-bake the crust: Bake the crust for 8–10 minutes, or until it is lightly golden.
5. Add the sauce: Remove the crust from the oven and spread the marinara or pizza sauce evenly over the surface.
6. Add the cheese and zucchini: Sprinkle the mozzarella cheese over the sauce. Arrange the zucchini slices in a single layer over the cheese.
7. Season: Sprinkle the Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, and crushed red pepper flakes, if using, over the zucchini. Season with salt and pepper.
8. Bake the pizza: Return the pizza to the oven and bake for another 10–12 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the crust is golden brown.
9. Garnish and serve: Remove the pizza from the oven and drizzle with the remaining tablespoon of olive oil. Garnish with fresh basil leaves, slice, and serve warm.

The Recipe

Zucchini pizza

Print Recipe Pin Recipe

Prep Time 20 minutes mins

Cook Time 20 minutes mins

Total Time 40 minutes mins

Servings: 6

Course: Dinner, lunch, Main Course

Cuisine: Mediterranean

Ingredients Method

Ingredients

  

• 2 pounds store-bought pizza dough
• 1 medium zucchini thinly sliced into rounds
• 1 cup marinara or pizza sauce
• 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
• ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
• ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
• ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
• ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes optional
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• Fresh basil leaves for garnish
• Salt and pepper to taste

Method

 

1. Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C).
2. Prepare the dough: Lightly flour a work surface and roll out the pizza dough to your desired thickness. Transfer it to a baking sheet or pizza stone.
3. Brush with olive oil: Lightly brush the dough with 1 tablespoon of olive oil. This helps prevent the crust from becoming soggy.
4. Pre-bake the crust: Bake the crust for 8–10 minutes, or until it is lightly golden.
5. Add the sauce: Remove the crust from the oven and spread the marinara or pizza sauce evenly over the surface.
6. Add the cheese and zucchini: Sprinkle the mozzarella cheese over the sauce. Arrange the zucchini slices in a single layer over the cheese.
7. Season: Sprinkle the Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, and crushed red pepper flakes, if using, over the zucchini. Season with salt and pepper.
8. Bake the pizza: Return the pizza to the oven and bake for another 10–12 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the crust is golden brown.
9. Garnish and serve: Remove the pizza from the oven and drizzle with the remaining tablespoon of olive oil. Garnish with fresh basil leaves, slice, and serve warm.

Tips for Making Zucchini Pizza

• Slice the zucchini thinly so it cooks evenly.
• Avoid adding too much zucchini, as excess moisture can make the crust softer.
• Pre-baking the crust helps create a firmer base.
• Don’t overcrowd the pizza with toppings.
• Add crushed red pepper flakes if you enjoy a little heat.
• Serve the pizza warm for the best texture and flavor.

How to Store Zucchini Pizza

Allow leftover pizza to cool before storing it. Place the slices in an airtight container, separating layers with parchment paper if needed.

Refrigerate and enjoy within 2–3 days for the best quality.

How to Freeze Zucchini Pizza

Allow the pizza to cool completely, then cut it into individual slices.

Wrap each slice tightly in plastic wrap and place the wrapped slices in a freezer-safe bag or container. Remove as much air as possible before sealing and label with the date.

For the best quality, use frozen zucchini pizza within 1–2 months.

How to Reheat Zucchini Pizza

For the best texture, reheat refrigerated pizza in a 375°F (190°C) oven for about 10–12 minutes, or until heated through.

For frozen slices, heat for approximately 15–20 minutes.

You can also reheat pizza in a skillet over medium heat for about 5–7 minutes. Avoid microwaving when possible, as the zucchini can release moisture and make the crust softer.

Zucchini pizza is a simple and delicious way to enjoy pizza with fresh zucchini. The combination of marinara sauce, melted mozzarella, Parmesan, and Italian seasoning creates a flavorful meal that is easy to customize.

Whether you’re making it for a family dinner or a casual pizza night, this zucchini pizza is an easy recipe to enjoy again and again.

More Zucchini Recipes

1. Easy Zucchini Recipes: 12 Healthy & Delicious Recipes
2. 5 Easy Zucchini Smoothie Recipes for a Healthy Glow
3. Easy Zucchini Boats: Mediterranean-Style Stuffed Zucchini
4. How to Make Zucchini Noodles: Easy & Healthy Zoodles
5. Zucchini Fritters: Easy, Crispy & Delicious Recipe
6. Baked Zucchini Chips: Easy, Crispy & Healthy Snack
7. Zucchini Sticks: Easy, Crispy & Delicious
8. The Best Mediterranean Zucchini Bread – Light, Fluffy & Full of Flavor
9. Zucchini Muffins: Moist, Flavorful & Easy to Make
10. Zucchini Cake
11. Zucchini Lasagna
12. Zucchini Roll-Ups