Zucchini-Crusted Pizza
A light and flavorful pizza made with a golden zucchini crust, melty cheese, and your favorite toppings. It’s gluten-free, delicious, and perfect for healthy pizza nights!
Ingredients
- Zucchini: 2 medium (about 3 cups shredded)
- Mozzarella Cheese: 1 cup shredded
- Egg: 1 large
- Flour or Almond Flour: 1/4 cup
- Italian Seasoning: 1 teaspoon
- Tomato Sauce: 1/2 cup
- Toppings of Choice: 1 cup (mushrooms, onions, bell peppers, or olives)
- Extra Mozzarella or Parmesan Cheese: 1/2 cup for topping
Instructions
- Preheat Your Equipment: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Combine Ingredients: Grate the zucchini and place it in a clean kitchen towel. Squeeze out as much water as possible. Transfer to a bowl, add mozzarella, egg, flour, and Italian seasoning, and mix well.
- Prepare Your Cooking Vessel: Spread the zucchini mixture onto the baking sheet and shape it into a round or rectangular crust about 1/4 inch thick.
- Assemble the Dish: Bake the crust for 15-20 minutes until golden and slightly crisp.
- Cook to Perfection: Remove from oven, spread tomato sauce, and add toppings with extra cheese.
- Finishing Touches: Bake for another 8-10 minutes until the cheese melts and bubbles.
- Serve and Enjoy: Let cool for a few minutes, slice, and serve warm!
Notes
- Drain the zucchini thoroughly for a crispier crust.
- Use parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Leftovers reheat perfectly in the oven or air fryer.
Find it online: https://tastyze.com/zucchini-crusted-pizza/