Nothing better than the smell (and taste) of a fresh pizza. The warm crust topped with cheese, tomato sauce and other toppings… It’s hard to stop. But there is always a tiny voice at the back of your head that is telling you that you should. “It’s unhealthy!” and “too many calories!” it bellows. Well, you can tell that voice to cool its jets today, for we are making a cauliflower crust pizza today!
This is a low carb recipe, that is full of protein and is packed with nutrients. There is no gluten, no processed bread or guilt involved – pure pleasure 🙂
Cauliflower Crust Pizza – Method
If you are already following one of our diet plans, this cauliflower crust pizza serves 2, with the breakdown as follows: 1P+1F+1FC each portion.
WHAT YOU NEED
Crust
- 5 cups roughly chopped cauliflower (about 1 medium head)
- 1/4 cup (about 2 large) egg whites
- 1/4 cup shredded low fat mozzarella cheese
- 2 tbsp. grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp. Italian seasoning
- 1/4 tsp. black pepper
- 1/8 tsp. salt
Topping
- 1/2 cup canned crushed tomatoes
- 1/2 tsp. garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp. onion powder
- 1/2 tsp. Italian seasoning
- 2-3tbsp shredded low fat mozzarella cheese
- 4oz grilled chicken slices
- Optional: fresh basil
WHAT YOU DO
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Working in batches as needed, pulse cauliflower in a food processor until reduced to the consistency of coarse breadcrumbs.
- Place cauliflower in a large microwave-safe bowl; cover and microwave for 3 1/2 minutes.
- Uncover and stir. Re-cover and microwave for another 3 1/2 minutes, or until hot and soft.
- Transfer cauliflower to a fine-mesh strainer. Let cool for 10 minutes, or until cool enough to handle.
- Using a clean dish towel (or paper towels), press out as much moisture as possible. (There will be a lot of excess liquid.)
- Return cauliflower to the bowl, and add all remaining crust ingredients. Mix thoroughly.
- To form the crusts, evenly divide cauliflower mixture into two circles on the parchment-lined baking sheet, each about 1/4-inch thick and 7 inches in diameter.
- Bake until the top has browned, about 35 minutes.
- Meanwhile, in a medium bowl, combine crushed tomatoes, garlic powder, onion powder, and Italian seasoning. Mix well.
- Spread seasoned tomatoes over each crust, leaving a 1/2-inch border. Evenly sprinkle with cheese, basil (if desired), and chicken.
- Bake until cheese has melted and crust is crispy, 5 – 7 minutes.
By the way, you can eat your favorite food without the extra calories and unhealthy-ness, every day. Part of what I do with my clients is make sure that they enjoy food, while working towards their weight loss goals. If you are looking to get fit and healthy, book a free consultation with me – I would love to be able to help!
