Pansy-Rotti (Vegan Panzarotti)

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 3

Delicious Pansy-Rotti recipe for a quick lunch

by The Chefin Vegan

Prep

15 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

35 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

410

Sugar

Fat

14g

Originating in Italy, Panzarotti is a small calzone that is typically fried and filled with tomato sauce, mozzarella cheese, and various toppings. This vegan version features a pan-fried crust filled with tomato sauce, italian green peppers, black olives, chopped artichoke hearts, and crumbled tempeh. Pansy-Rotti is a great way to get in your vegetables and protein while still enjoying a comforting and familiar meal. It is a great option for lunch or dinner and can be customized to your preferences. The crispy crust and flavorful filling are sure to satisfy your cravings and leave you feeling full and satisfied.

Instructions

1.	Preheat oven to 425°F. Roll out dough to roughly 1/4 inch thickness on a well-floured surface.
2.	Cut dough into four equal pieces, then place 1/4 cup of tomato sauce and 1/4 portion of toppings (green peppers, black olives, chopped artichoke hearts, and tempeh) on one half of each piece of dough. Leave about a 1/2 inch border along the edges.
3.	Fold the top of the dough over the toppings and press the edges to seal the panzarotti.
4.	Place the panzarotti on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
5.	Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown and crispy.

PROS

Pansy-Rotti is a delicious and filling meal that is vegan and can be customized to your preferences.

It is easy to make and can be made ahead of time and reheated for a quick lunch or dinner.

CONS

The pizza dough can be high in calories and carbohydrates, so it should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

If you are not a fan of tempeh, you can substitute it with another protein like tofu or seitan.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Panzarotti can be a healthy meal option if you use whole wheat pizza dough and load it up with vegetables.
Black olives and artichoke hearts are a good source of dietary fiber, while tempeh is high in protein and can help lower cholesterol levels. Green peppers are rich in vitamin C and antioxidants, which can boost your immune system.

	12 ounces pizza dough
	1 cup tomato sauce
	2 italian frying green peppers
	1/4 cup black olives , chopped
	6 marinated artichoke hearts , sliced
	4 ounces tempeh , crumbled