10-Minute Prep: Cauliflower Crust Vegan Pizza Recipe

Description

Cauliflower Crust Vegan Pizza is the ultimate gluten-free and plant-based pizza alternative, offering a crispy, low-carb crust made from cauliflower. This recipe gives you all the deliciousness of traditional pizza while being lighter and more nutritious. Topped with your favorite vegan ingredients, this pizza is perfect for a healthy weeknight dinner or a fun family meal. Whether you’re following a gluten-free or vegan diet, this cauliflower crust pizza will satisfy your pizza cravings without compromising on taste!

Detailed Recipe

Ingredients

For the Cauliflower Crust:

• 1 medium cauliflower head, grated or riced
• 1/4 cup ground flaxseed (or chia seeds)
• 1/4 cup almond flour (or coconut flour)
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 tablespoon nutritional yeast (optional)
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 2 tablespoons water

For the Toppings:

• 1/2 cup tomato sauce (preferably pizza sauce)
• 1/2 cup vegan mozzarella cheese (store-bought or homemade)
• 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
• 1/4 cup bell peppers, thinly sliced
• 1/4 cup mushrooms, sliced
• Fresh basil leaves (for garnish)
• Olive oil for drizzling

Instructions

1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
2. Prepare the Cauliflower Crust:
   • Grate or pulse the cauliflower in a food processor until it resembles rice. Place the riced cauliflower in a microwave-safe bowl and microwave for 4-5 minutes until soft.
   • Let the cauliflower cool slightly, then use a clean kitchen towel to squeeze out excess moisture.
3. Make the Dough:
   • In a large mixing bowl, combine the cauliflower, ground flaxseed, almond flour, salt, garlic powder, nutritional yeast, olive oil, and water. Stir until well combined and a dough-like consistency forms.
4. Form the Crust:
   • Transfer the dough to the prepared baking sheet and use your hands to shape it into a round pizza crust (about 1/4 inch thick).
5. Bake the Crust:
   • Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 15–20 minutes, or until golden brown and firm.
6. Add the Toppings:
   • Once the crust is ready, spread a thin layer of tomato sauce over the top. Add vegan mozzarella, red onion, bell peppers, mushrooms, and any other toppings you like.
7. Bake Again:
   • Return the pizza to the oven and bake for another 5-10 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
8. Serve:
   • Remove from the oven and drizzle with olive oil, if desired. Garnish with fresh basil leaves before serving.