Feeding a family means finding meals everyone actually wants to eat. This vegetarian pizza uses simple ingredients like fresh cauliflower and honey to create a satisfying dinner in 40 minutes.
Why You'll Love This Spicy Vegetarian Pizza
- Budget Friendly: Cauliflower and pantry staples keep the cost per serving low.
- Fast Cleanup: Using a lined baking sheet makes tidying up a breeze.
- Great for Students: This is a fantastic pizza for college students because it uses simple tools and affordable ingredients.
Ingredients for the Cauliflower Sriracha Pizza
- Fresh Cauliflower: This serves as a hearty, fiber-rich substitute for meat, making it a great vegetarian option for families or college students.+2
- Olive Oil, Sea Salt, and Cracked Black Pepper: These are used during the initial roasting phase to build a savory foundation and ensure the florets do not stick to the pan.+1
- Honey: This provides the sweetness needed to balance the heat and helps the sauce caramelize beautifully in the oven.
- Sriracha: This adds a kick of spice that pairs with the honey to create an addictive glaze.
- Pizza Dough: Whether you buy it at the store or make it yourself, this provides the "real food" base that keeps the meal filling.+1
- Ranch Dressing: Using ranch as the sauce cools down the sriracha and adds a creamy richness that ties the toppings together.
- Monterey Jack Cheese: This cheese is used because it melts easily and has a mild flavor that allows the sweet and spicy cauliflower to be the star of the show.
Making the Sweet Sriracha Cauliflower Pizza
- Roast the Veggies: Toss the cauliflower with oil, salt, and pepper. Bake at 350°F on a lined tray for 10 minutes.
- Heat the Oven: Crank the heat to 425°F while the cauliflower rests.
- Glaze: Whisk the honey and sriracha in a large bowl. Toss the roasted cauliflower in the sauce until every piece is coated.
- Prep the Base: Stretch your dough onto a baking sheet. Use a little olive oil on your hands to prevent sticking.
- Layer: Spread a thin layer of ranch over the dough. Add the glazed cauliflower and top with plenty of cheese.
- Bake: Cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until the crust is golden and the cheese bubbles.
Like this pizza? Try my Zucchini Pizza! For a meatier version try my Honey Sriracha Chicken Pizza.
FAQ's:
Is this recipe very spicy?
The recipe is adjustable! Start with two tablespoons of sriracha and add more to taste. The ranch dressing also helps to balance out the heat.
What's a good substitute for Monterey Jack cheese?
Mozzarella or a blend of cheddar and mozzarella would be great options. Use any cheese you have on hand that melts well.
How do I store leftover pizza?
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days. Reheat in the oven or an air fryer for a crispy crust.
Can I add other toppings?
Absolutely! Consider adding chopped scallions, bell peppers, or jalapeños to add more flavor and texture.
Recipe
Sweet and Spicy Honey Sriracha Cauliflower Pizza
255kcal
Ingredients
- 1 head of cauliflower cut into florets or a 1 pound bag of cut cauliflower
- 2 tablespoons of olive oil
- ½ teaspoon of sea salt
- ½ teaspoon of cracked black pepper
- ⅓ cup honey
- 2-4 tablespoons of sriracha depending on how hot you want it
- ½ cup of ranch
- 8 ounces of shredded monterey jack cheese
- 1 pizza dough large enough to fit a sheet tray roughly 12 inches x 16 inches.
Method
- Cover cauliflower florets with olive oil, sea salt, and pepper. Bake on a lined baking sheet for 10 minutes at 350 degrees F.
- While the cauliflower cools, increase the oven temperature to 425°F
- Place baked cauliflower, honey, and sriracha in a bowl and mix until well combined. Tasting for your heat preference.
- Spread your pizza dough out on a lined baking sheet.
- Spread the ranch on top of your pizza dough.
- Spread cauliflower mixture evenly over the ranch. Sprinkle on monterey jack cheese.
- Bake at 425 for 8-10 minutes or until the dough is golden brown and cheese is melted.
Nutrition
Serving12 servingsCalories255kcalCarbohydrates26gProtein8gFat14gSaturated Fat5gPolyunsaturated Fat3gMonounsaturated Fat4gCholesterol19mgSodium608mgPotassium174mgFiber1gSugar11gVitamin A153IUVitamin C25mgCalcium156mgIron1mg
Notes
- Avoid the Soggy Bottom If you use a store-bought dough that is very cold, let it sit at room temperature for about 20 minutes before stretching. This prevents the dough from snapping back and helps it crisp up in the oven. The College Budget Hack This is a great pizza for college students because you can use frozen cauliflower florets if they are on sale. Just make sure to roast them a few minutes longer to cook off the extra moisture.
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