Name: Low-Carb Vegetarian Cauliflower Pizza Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: US
Ingredients: 1.5 cups cauliflower florets; 0.75 cup shredded light mozzarella cheese; 1 large egg; 2 teaspoons dried basil; 2 teaspoons dried parsley; 1 teaspoon dried oregano; 0.5 teaspoon fennel seeds; Garlic powder, to taste; 1 green bell pepper, chopped; 1 small onion, chopped; 1 ripe tomato, chopped

Embrace a lighter take on pizza night with this vibrant vegetarian delight! A tender cauliflower crust, richly seasoned and topped with garden-fresh vegetables, offers a guilt-free indulgence that's bursting with flavor.

Follow The Directions

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Steam the Cauliflower: Place a steamer insert into a saucepan and fill with water to just below the bottom of the steamer. Bring water to a boil over medium-high heat. Add cauliflower florets, cover, and steam until tender, about 2 to 6 minutes. Allow to cool slightly. Grate the steamed cauliflower and measure out 1 cup.

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Prepare the Oven and Pan: Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C). Lightly spray a circular or rectangular metal baking pan with cooking spray to prevent sticking.

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Create the Cauliflower Crust: In a large bowl, combine the grated cauliflower, 1/2 cup of mozzarella cheese, and the egg. Mix well until thoroughly combined. Press the mixture evenly into the prepared baking pan, forming a thin, uniform crust.

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Season the Crust: Sprinkle the cauliflower crust with dried basil, dried parsley, dried oregano, fennel seeds, and garlic powder. Adjust the amount of garlic powder to your preference.

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Bake the Crust: Place the baking pan in the preheated oven and bake until the crust is lightly browned and set, approximately 12 to 15 minutes. Remove from the oven.

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Add the Toppings: Sprinkle the baked cauliflower crust with the chopped green bell pepper, chopped onion, and chopped tomato. Top with the remaining 1/4 cup of mozzarella cheese.

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Broil to Perfection: Preheat the oven's broiler. Return the cauliflower pizza to the oven and broil until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and lightly golden, about 3 to 5 minutes. Watch carefully to prevent burning.

For a crispier crust, squeeze out excess moisture from the grated cauliflower using a clean kitchen towel before combining with the other ingredients.
Experiment with different vegetable toppings to customize your pizza. Consider adding mushrooms, olives, spinach, or roasted red peppers.
A sprinkle of red pepper flakes adds a touch of heat to the pizza.
Allow the pizza to cool slightly before slicing and serving. This will help the crust hold its shape.