Cauliflower pizza crust is a great alternative that you can enjoy even on low-carb diets. When making this pizza crust, we use cauliflower, egg, cheese and spices instead of flour based traditional pizza dough. In this way, you can reduce the amount of carbs and at the same time create a pizza base rich in fiber and vitamins. Cauliflower pizza crust is a perfect option for those on gluten-free, ketogenic and low-carb diets!
You can enjoy this pizza with peace of mind even on very limited and strict diets such as ketogenic diet. Because1 slice contains only 4 grams of carbohydrates!
Advantages of Cauliflower Pizza Crust
- Low Carb: 100 grams of cauliflower contains only 5 grams of carbohydrates.
- Nutritious and Healthy: Cauliflower contains important nutrients such as vitamin C, vitamin K and folic acid. It also supports the immune system thanks to its antioxidant properties. It is anticarcinogenic.
- Gluten-free: It is also suitable for individuals with gluten intolerance as it is a gluten-free alternative.
- Practical: Making cauliflower base is much easier than you think and can be prepared in a short time with a few simple ingredients.
When making cauliflower pizza crust, the spices added to the dough minimize the unique smell of cauliflower. Thus, it becomes a closer alternative to the original pizza dough. It is low in calories, easy to digest and delicious, and as a bonus, it is very easy to prepare.
Not only those on a diet, but also everyone who wants to eat healthy should try this pizza base. Plus, you can make your children who don’t like vegetables eat cauliflower by making this recipe. Even if they don’t like cauliflower, they won’t say no to pizza.
Try these other low carb no flour pizza recipes:
Cauliflower Pizza Crust Recipe
Ingredients:
- 1 small-medium sized cauliflower
- 1/2 cup shredded mozarella or parmesan cheese (Dough holds better with hard cheeses)
- 1 egg
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp oregano
- 1/2 tsp basil or rosemary (dried or finely chopped if fresh)
How to Make Cauliflower Pizza:
1.Step: After washing the cauliflower thoroughly, remove the stem and cut it into small pieces.
2.Step: Grind the cauliflower in a food processor until it becomes as fine as rice.
3.Step: Then, cook it in a pan over low heat for 5-7 minutes.
***If you want a more practical method, you can also use the microwave. Put the cauliflower rice in a microwave-safe bowl and cover it with plastic wrap. Pierce the plastic wrap in several places. Cook on high for 5 minutes. Your cauliflower rice is ready.
4.Step: You can use a cheese cloth to squeeze out excess water from the cauliflower. If you skip this step, your pizza base will be soft and will not hold the ingredients properly. Therefore, be sure to squeeze out as much water from the cauliflower as possible.
5.Step: Place the squeezed cauliflower in a bowl. Add grated cheese, egg, salt, garlic powder, thyme, dried basil or rosemary (optional). Knead until it forms a dough.
6.Step: Spread the dough into a thin circle on a baking tray lined with baking paper.
7.Step: You should pre-bake the base without putting any ingredients on it. Bake in the oven at 200°C/400°F for about 15-20 minutes until the edges turn golden.
8.Step: When the edges start to take color, remove the pizza base from the oven. Add pizza sauce and desired toppings. (Be careful not to add too much toppings as it is a thin base.) Bake until the cheese is golden brown.
9.Step: After removing from the oven, let it rest for 5 minutes and slice and serve.
Bon Appetit!
Tips for the Perfect Crust:
- Squeeze the Cauliflower Well
This step is very important for the base to have a crispy consistency. If too much water remains, the dough may be soft. - Don’t Forget the Spices
Spices like oregano, basil, and garlic powder will add extra flavor to your pizza. They also help reduce the odor of the cauliflower. - Cheese Type Is Important
When making the pizza base, choose hard cheeses. If you use parmesan or aged kashar cheese, you will get better results than mozarella.
If you want to enjoy pizza without using dough, try this recipe. Enjoy a delicious and healthy meal!
Cauliflower Pizza Crust (keto)
Ingredients
Pizza Crust:
- 1 small-medium sized cauliflower (equals 2-3 cups when blended)
- ½ cup shredded mozarella or parmesan cheese (dough holds better with hard cheeses)
- 1 egg
- ¼ tsp salt
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp oregano
- ½ tsp basil or rosemary (dried or finely chopped if fresh)
Toppings
- tomato sauce
- shredded cheese
- salami
- mushrooms
Instructions
- After washing the cauliflower thoroughly, remove the stem and cut it into small pieces.
- Grind the cauliflower in a food processor until it becomes as fine as rice.
- Cook it in a pan over low heat for 5-7 minutes. (or microwave)
- You can use a cheese cloth to squeeze out excess water from the cauliflower.
- Place the squeezed cauliflower in a bowl. Add grated cheese, egg, salt, garlic powder, thyme, dried basil or rosemary (optional). Knead until it forms a dough.
- Spread the dough into a thin circle on a baking tray lined with baking paper.
- Pre-bake the base without putting any ingredients on it. Bake in the oven at 200°C/400°F for about 15-20 minutes until the edges turn golden.
- When the edges start to take color, remove the pizza base from the oven. Add pizza sauce and desired toppings. (Be careful not to add too much toppings as it is a thin base.)
- Bake until the cheese is golden brown.
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