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This cauliflower pizza crust is low-carb, gluten-free, and so easy to make! Just add your favorite toppings and enjoy pizza night.
Did you ever think you’d be able to eat pizza as part of a healthy diabetes diet?
Thanks to this cauliflower pizza crust, you can enjoy a hot and cheesy pie any time! In fact, because cauliflower is such a powerhouse of nutrition, you can actually feel good about eating this pizza.
Cauliflower crust is easy to make and, once baked, sturdy enough to hold all your favorite toppings. Keep it classic with marinara and mozzarella, or get a little funky with some vegetables and goat cheese!
Whatever you choose, you can guarantee it will be delicious.
How to make cauliflower pizza crust
Ready to see how we turn this crunchy vegetable into a tasty pizza crust?
Step 1: Place the cauliflower in a food processor and pulse until finely chopped.
Step 2: Scrape the cauliflower into a microwave-safe bowl, cover, and microwave at 100% for 5 minutes.
Step 3: Transfer the cauliflower onto a clean dish towel and spread it out. Let it sit until cool enough to handle, about 10 minutes.
Step 4: Preheat the oven to 400°F and line a rimless baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step 5: Take the dish towel with the cauliflower and bring the edges together to form a pouch. Over a bowl or the sink, twist and squeeze to remove as much liquid as possible.
Step 6: In a large bowl, combine the cauliflower, mozzarella, Parmesan, oregano, salt, garlic pepper, and egg.
Step 7: Transfer to the lined baking sheet and form the dough into a circle.
Step 8: Place in the oven and bake for 20 minutes.
Your pizza crust is ready! Remove it from the oven, add your toppings, then bake for an additional 7 to 10 minutes until any cheese is melted and everything is heated through.
Why cauliflower?
Cauliflower has been popping up in a lot of recipes lately. So why has this vegetable become so popular lately?
First, it’s a great low-carb and gluten-free ingredient. Second, it’s so versatile! You can use it to make low-carb rice or use it as a thickener like in this creamy cauliflower soup with Brussels sprouts.
Aside from its versatility, cauliflower is so good for you. It boosts heart and brain health, keeps inflammation in check, and is a great source of vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, and fiber. All from one vegetable!
And you can get all those benefits just by making a pizza. That sounds like a win-win to me.
So is this cauliflower crust going to taste exactly like take-out pizza? No, of course not! But it’s incredibly delicious nonetheless, and I guarantee you’ll feel better after eating it.
Toppings for pizza with cauliflower crust
Looking for some inspiration for your next pizza night?
Of course, you can always keep your toppings simple. A little marinara or pizza sauce with shredded mozzarella is a classic for a reason. You can even throw some pepperoni on there if you like.
Personally, I love making funky veggie pizzas! One of my go-to topping combos is spaghetti squash, sun-dried tomatoes, red peppers, and mozzarella. What a great blend of flavors!
Or, if I want a little meat, I’ll add chicken-apple sausage, gold beets, and herbed goat cheese. So delicious.
Storage
Cauliflower crusts are a great item to make ahead of time! Once the crust is fully baked, you can store it in the refrigerator for a few days or in the freezer for several months. That way, you can easily throw together a pizza any time the craving strikes!
Be sure to let the crust cool completely to avoid any condensation that could make it soggy. Then, wrap the crust in plastic wrap and place it in the fridge or freezer.
Once you’re ready to enjoy, reheat the crust in the oven before adding your toppings.
Other healthy comfort food recipes
We all have those dishes we turn to when we want something delicious and comforting. The good news is that you can often find a healthier version so you can indulge without the guilt!
Here are a few of my favorite comfort food recipes that include some healthy modifications:
- White Chicken Lasagna with Spaghetti Squash
- Low Sodium Enchiladas
- Turkey Sausage Casserole with Veggie Tots
You can also read my guide to the best low-carb pizza recipes for more inspiration.
Cauliflower Pizza Crust (Gluten-free)
Ingredients
- 1 head cauliflower, (cut into florets, then chopped into smaller pieces)
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon garlic pepper
- 1 large egg, (lightly beaten)
Instructions
- Place the cauliflower in a food processor and pulse until finely chopped.1 head cauliflower
- Scrape the cauliflower into a microwave-safe bowl, cover, and microwave at 100% for 5 minutes.
- Transfer the cauliflower onto a clean dish towel and spread it out. Let it sit until cool enough to handle, about 10 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 400°F and line a rimless baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Take the dish towel with the cauliflower and bring the edges together to form a pouch. Over a bowl or the sink, twist and squeeze to remove as much liquid as possible.
- In a large bowl, combine the cauliflower, mozzarella, Parmesan, oregano, salt, garlic pepper, and egg.½ cup shredded mozzarella, ¼ cup grated Parmesan, ½ teaspoon dried oregano, ½ teaspoon kosher salt, ¼ teaspoon garlic pepper, 1 large egg
- Transfer to the lined baking sheet and form the dough into a circle.
- Place in the oven and bake for 20 minutes.
