Neapolitan-Style Vegan Basil and Cherry Tomato Pizza

By , Test Kitchen Director · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · ·

A fresh vegan pizza featuring blistered cherry tomatoes, fragrant basil, and a flavorful garlic-infused tomato sauce on a thin crust. This Italian-inspired vegan recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs pizza dough ball, cherry tomatoes, fresh basil leaves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 500 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 15 min Serves 2 Italian cuisine 500 cal/serving
Build a week of meals around this recipe → Shop this recipe on Instacart → Shop equipment ↓

Ingredients

Affiliate disclosure: AislePrompt may earn a commission on qualifying purchases made through Amazon links, at no additional cost to you. See our policy →

Equipment for this recipe

Top-rated tools to make this recipe successfully.

More Cookware & pots → Shop all kitchen tools →

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 475°F (245°C) and place a pizza stone inside to heat for 30 minutes. In a small saucepan, heat 1 tbsp olive oil over medium heat, add 1 minced garlic clove, and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant. Add 100 g crushed canned tomatoes, 1/2 tsp sea salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper; simmer for 5 minutes until slightly thickened.
  2. Step 2: On a floured surface, stretch 250 g pizza dough ball into a 12-inch thin circle.
  3. Step 3: Spread the garlic tomato sauce evenly over the dough, then scatter 150 g halved cherry tomatoes on top.
  4. Step 4: Drizzle remaining 2 tbsp olive oil over the pizza and bake on the hot stone for 10-12 minutes until the crust is crisp and tomatoes blister.
  5. Step 5: Remove pizza from oven, scatter 8 fresh basil leaves and 2 tbsp nutritional yeast evenly on top, slice, and serve warm.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Neapolitan-Style Vegan Basil and Cherry Tomato Pizza take to make?

Total time is about 30 minutes (15 min prep + 15 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Neapolitan-Style Vegan Basil and Cherry Tomato Pizza?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep pizza dough ball from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Neapolitan-Style Vegan Basil and Cherry Tomato Pizza?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Neapolitan-Style Vegan Basil and Cherry Tomato Pizza for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

Is Neapolitan-Style Vegan Basil and Cherry Tomato Pizza vegan?

Yes — this recipe is tagged vegan based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.

Related recipes