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Vegan Fig & Caramelized Onion Pizza

Fig flatbread pizza with arugula and caramelized onions.
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Sweet fresh figs, deeply caramelized onions, tangy vegan feta, and peppery arugula come together on a crisp whole-grain crust in this easy Vegan Fig and Caramelized Onion Pizza. It’s elegant enough to serve to guests but simple enough for a weeknight dinner—and a delicious way to take advantage of fresh fig season.

Ingredients

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For the Pizza

  • 1 large whole-wheat flatbread or naan
  • 1 large yellow or sweet onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • Pinch of sea salt
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 4–5 fresh figs, thinly sliced
  • ¼ cup crumbled vegan feta
  • ½ cup fresh arugula

For the Arugula

  • ½ teaspoon extra virgin olive oil
  • Pinch of sea salt
  • Freshly ground black pepper, optional

Optional Finishing Touches

  • Balsamic glaze, for drizzling
  • 2 tablespoons chopped walnuts
  • Crushed red pepper flakes
  • Fresh thyme

 

Instructions

1. Caramelize the Onions

Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium-low heat. Add the sliced onion and a pinch of salt.

Cook slowly for 15–20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the onions are soft, golden brown, and caramelized. If they begin sticking to the pan, add a tablespoon or two of water rather than additional oil.

2. Assemble the Pizza

Preheat the oven to 400°F.

Place the flatbread or naan on a baking sheet.

Spread the caramelized onions evenly over the crust. Arrange the sliced fresh figs on top and sprinkle with vegan feta.

3. Bake

Bake for approximately 10–12 minutes, or until the crust is crisp and golden and the figs have softened and begun to caramelize around the edges.

4. Dress the Arugula

While the pizza is baking, toss the arugula with ½ teaspoon of olive oil and a small pinch of sea salt.

5. Finish and Serve

Remove the pizza from the oven and immediately top with the dressed arugula.

For an extra layer of flavor, finish with a light drizzle of balsamic glaze, chopped walnuts, fresh thyme, or crushed red pepper.

Slice and serve warm.

Make It Gluten-Free

Gluten-free? You don’t have to miss out.

Replace the whole-wheat flatbread with:

  • A certified gluten-free flatbread
  • Gluten-free naan
  • Your favorite gluten-free pizza crust
  • A homemade chickpea-flour crust

For a higher-protein option, look for a gluten-free crust made with chickpeas or other legumes.

Always check the labels on vegan cheese, balsamic glaze, and other packaged toppings if you need the entire meal to be certified gluten-free.

 

Notes

Tips & Variations

Change the cheese: Not a feta fan? Try vegan mozzarella, vegan goat-style cheese, or a sprinkle of nutritional yeast.

Add some crunch: Chopped walnuts or pistachios are delicious with figs and add healthy fats, plant protein, and texture.

Make it heartier: Use a full-size whole-wheat or gluten-free pizza crust and increase the toppings accordingly.

Turn up the sweet-and-savory contrast: A small drizzle of balsamic glaze after baking is especially good with the figs.

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