PIZZAS
Pizza Topping Ideas
low carb vegan recipes
Whether you are making the phyllo dough or pulp crust pizzas, here are some ideas you can try for making interesting toppings to your low carb vegan pizzas, inspired by world and regional cuisines.
Mexican
Vegan cheese (nondairy, low-carb option)
Avocado slices or guacamole
Salsa (sugar-free)
Black olives
Jalapeño slices
Red or green bell pepper strips
Red onion slices
Cherry tomatoes or grape tomatoes, halved
Cilantro leaves
Vegan chorizo crumbles
Lime wedges (for squeezing over the pizza after baking)
Thai
Vegan peanut sauce (sugar-free)
Tofu cubes or crumbles, marinated with Thai spices
Sliced bell peppers (red, yellow, or green)
Bean sprouts
Broccoli or broccoli rabe
Sliced red onion
Sliced mushrooms
Thai basil leaves
Lime wedges (for squeezing over the pizza after baking)
Crushed peanuts or cashews
Sriracha or chili sauce (sugar-free)
French
Vegan béchamel sauce
Sautéed mushrooms (with garlic and herbs)
Caramelized onions
Vegan Gruyère or Swiss-style cheese
Fresh thyme leaves
Dijon mustard drizzle
Artichoke hearts
Vegan ham or seitan slices
Spinach or arugula
Capers
Vegan parmesan
Indian
Vegan tikka masala sauce (sugar-free)
Cauliflower florets, roasted with Indian spices
Spinach or kale leaves
Sliced bell peppers (red, yellow, or green)
Red onion slices
Cherry tomatoes or grape tomatoes, halved
Vegan paneer
Cilantro leaves
Sliced green chilies
Garam masala or curry powder sprinkle
Cashew cream drizzle (made with blended cashews and water)
Vegan mozzarella or non-dairy cheese
Middle Eastern
Baba ganoush or hummus spread (as the pizza sauce)
Sliced cherry tomatoes or grape tomatoes
Sliced cucumber
Kalamata olives, sliced
Red onion slices
Artichoke hearts
Spinach or arugula leaves
Vegan feta or tofu feta crumbles
Za’atar seasoning sprinkle
Fresh mint leaves
Drizzle of tahini sauce or vegan tzatziki
Sumac sprinkle
Greek
Vegan tzatziki sauce (cucumber and garlic yogurt)
Kalamata olives, sliced
Sliced cherry tomatoes or grape tomatoes
Red onion slicesSpinach or arugula leaves
Artichoke hearts
Vegan feta or tofu feta crumbles
Sliced cucumber
Fresh oregano leaves
Drizzle of extra virgin olive oil
Lemon wedges (for squeezing over the pizza after baking)
Pepperoncini slices for some heat
Chinese
Hoisin sauce or low-carb hoisin alternative (sugar-free)
Sliced shiitake mushrooms
Water chestnuts, sliced
Bok choy or baby bok choy, chopped
Sliced bell peppers (red, yellow, or green)
Scallions (green onions), sliced
Vegan chicken or tofu, marinated with soy sauce and ginger
Sesame seeds, toasted
Fresh cilantro leaves
Sliced garlic
Ginger, grated or sliced
Chili oil (optional, for heat)
Africa
Harissa or African spice-infused tomato sauce (sugar-free)
Sliced okra
Sliced bell peppers (red, yellow, or green)
Red onion slices
Cherry tomatoes or grape tomatoes, halved
Spinach or kale leaves
Vegan feta or tofu feta crumbles
Sliced black olives
Plantains, sliced and grilled
Peanut sauce drizzle
Berbere spice sprinkle (for heat, an Ethiopian spice blend)
Fresh cilantro or parsley leaves
South America
Chimichurri sauce or salsa verde (as the pizza sauce)
Black beans, cooked (not too many, as they are high in carbs)
Sliced cherry tomatoes or grape tomatoes
Avocado slices or guacamole
Red onion slices
Sliced bell peppers (red, yellow, or green)
Jalapeño slices
Vegan chorizo crumbles
Corn kernels (just a few, as they are high in carbs)
Vegan cheese
Cilantro leaves
Lime wedges (for squeezing over the pizza after baking)
Pacific Islands
Coconut milk or coconut cream-based sauce (as the pizza sauce)
Pineapple chunks or rings (sparingly, as they are high in carbs)
Sliced red or yellow bell peppers
Red onion slices
Sliced cherry tomatoes or grape tomatoes
Shiitake mushrooms, sliced
Baby spinach leaves
Macadamia nuts, chopped
Vegan bacon or coconut flakes
Vegan cheese
Fresh cilantro leaves
Lime wedges (for squeezing over the pizza after baking)
Pacific Northwest
Vegan pesto or garlic-infused olive oil (as the pizza sauce)
Wild mushrooms, such as chanterelles or morels, sautéed with garlic
Baby spinach or arugula leaves
Sliced cherry tomatoes or grape tomatoes
Red onion slices
Vegan cheese
Hazelnuts, chopped
Smoked tofu or tempeh, crumbled or sliced
Dill or tarragon leaves
Vegan cream cheese or cashew cream drizzle
Lemon zest or a squeeze of fresh lemon juice
Korean
Gochujang-infused tomato or barbecue sauce (as the pizza sauce)
Sliced shiitake mushrooms, marinated in soy sauce and sesame oil
Sliced red or yellow bell peppers
Vegan Kimchi
Vegan bulgogi-style crumbles (using TVP or tempeh)
Baby spinach or arugula leaves
Sliced green onions
Sesame seeds, toasted
Vegan cheese
Drizzle of sesame oil or chili oil for extra flavor
Nori (seaweed) flakes or strips
