By now you might know that I love trying new vegan products—especially food. I’m a foodie, and I’m drawn to vibrant, colorful dishes. So when I spotted a bright pink pizza crust in my supermarket fridge, I couldn’t resist. It’s made with beets and a handful of other ingredients (all vegan—I checked, and there wasn’t even a pinch of palm oil). I couldn’t help but think of it as a warm, crisp salad. Note: this post isn’t sponsored unless explicitly labeled “sponsored content.”
As far as I know, this product is available in the Netherlands at Albert Heijn supermarkets, though similar beet pizza crusts may exist elsewhere. Keep reading for a simple, delicious topping idea you can use on any store-bought or homemade crust. It’s easy and tasty.
The brand is relatively new and not exclusively vegan, but I appreciate when mainstream companies offer vegan options. We vote with our purchases, so it’s encouraging to see more plant-based choices. I’ll admit I was skeptical at first—I worried the crust might be dry or crumbly.
However, my first bite was a pleasant surprise. The crust wasn’t dry: the base and edges had a nice crunch, and the pizza felt light and easy to digest. Would I buy it again? Absolutely. This crust is perfect for days when you don’t want to spend much time cooking but also don’t want to order takeout.
Of course I can’t leave you without a quick recipe. Honestly, it’s so simple it barely qualifies as a recipe, but it’s delicious and worth sharing.
Ingredients
- Pizza crust — I used a beet crust, but any store-bought or homemade crust will work.
- Tomato sauce
- Cherry tomatoes, sliced
- Olives, sliced
- Hot peppers (optional) — I used adjuma peppers; adjust heat to your tolerance.
- Hummus, store-bought or homemade
- Arugula
- Sun-dried tomatoes
- Hot sauce (optional)
Directions
- Spread tomato sauce over the pizza crust. I used about 4 tablespoons, but use as much as you like.
- Arrange the remaining toppings, except the arugula, over the sauce. Add dollops of hummus to mimic melted cheese.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 200°C (about 400°F) for 8–12 minutes, or until the crust is crisp and toppings are warmed through.
- Remove from the oven and top with fresh arugula and optional hot sauce. Serve immediately and enjoy.
I hope you enjoyed this post. Feel free to leave a comment below with your favorite vegan product or tag me in your recreations on Instagram. One love,
A.J.