High Protein Cauliflower Pizza
Elevate your pizza night with this High Protein Cauliflower Pizza—a guilt-free delight that's as nutritious as it is delicious! Perfect for health-conscious foodies, this recipe swaps traditional pizza crust for a gluten-free, low-carb cauliflower base infused with whey protein isolate for a major protein boost. Seasoned with Italian spices and garlic powder, the crust bakes to golden perfection before being topped with tangy pizza sauce, melted mozzarella, fresh cherry tomatoes, and red onion. Finished with fragrant basil leaves and a drizzle of olive oil, this lighter yet satisfying pizza delivers bold flavors while supporting your fitness goals. Ready in under an hour and ideal for meal prep, this protein-packed cauliflower pizza will make you rethink pizza night forever!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 medium head Cauliflower
- 2 large Eggs
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 cup Mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 0.5 cup Whey protein isolate
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Pepper
- 0.5 cup Pizza sauce
- 0.5 cup Cherry tomatoes, halved
- 0.25 cup Red onion, sliced
- 10 leaves Basil leaves
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and lightly grease it with olive oil.
Cut the cauliflower into florets and pulse in a food processor until you obtain a rice-like consistency. Measure out 3 cups of cauliflower rice.
Transfer the cauliflower rice to a microwave-safe bowl and microwave on high for 5 minutes. Allow to cool slightly.
Place the cooked cauliflower rice in a clean kitchen towel or cheesecloth, and squeeze tightly to remove as much moisture as possible.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the drained cauliflower rice, eggs, Parmesan cheese, whey protein isolate, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until a dough forms.
Spread the cauliflower mixture onto the prepared baking sheet, shaping it into a circular crust about 1/4-inch thick.
Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes, until the crust starts to turn golden brown.
Remove the crust from the oven and gently spread the pizza sauce over it, leaving a small edge for the crust.
Top the pizza with mozzarella cheese, cherry tomatoes, and red onion slices.
Return the pizza to the oven and bake for additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese has melted and is bubbly.
Remove from the oven, garnish with fresh basil leaves and drizzle with olive oil before serving.
Slice and enjoy your high protein cauliflower pizza while it's hot.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1225 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 64.2 g | 82% | |
| Saturated Fat | 28.5 g | 142% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 520 mg | 173% | |
| Sodium | 4335 mg | 188% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 54.5 g | 20% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.1 g | 58% | |
| Total Sugars | 25.9 g | ||
| Protein | 115.5 g | 231% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.1 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 1728 mg | 133% | |
| Iron | 8.4 mg | 47% | |
| Potassium | 2949 mg | 63% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
