Vegan Cauliflower Pizza Crust

The Vegan Cauliflower Pizza Crust is a recipe that you can make in 55 minutes. It is a lighter and vegan version of the classic pizza crust. When you are vegan and want to have a taste of a recipe like this, this version provides you with a solution. This recipe does not make use of any refined sugar or eggs. Instead, this uses all vegan-friendly ingredients. The Vegan Cauliflower Pizza Crust is gluten-free and low in carbs. This crust uses finely riced cauliflower, almond flour, and basic seasonings, which makes the crust crispy on the sides and soft on the inside. Its mild taste improves toppings without dominating them.

STATS:

• Caloric count: 120 kcal
• Cook Time: 35 minutes
• Prep duration: Twenty minutes
• Total Time: 55 minutes
• Serving Size: 1 slice
• Cuisine: American / Italian fusion
• Course: Main
• Diet: Vegan
• Serving: 8 slices

EQUIPMENT:

• Oven
• Parchment paper
• Pizza pan
• Mixing bowls
• Clean kitchen towel
• Food processor

INGREDIENTS:

CRUST:

• 1 medium cauliflower head
• ½ cup almond flour
• 2 tbsp ground flaxseed + 5 tbsp warm water (for flax egg)
• ½ tsp garlic powder
• 2 tbsp nutritional yeast
• ¼ tsp black pepper
• ½ tsp onion powder
• Half tsp dried oregano
• ½ tsp dried basil
• Half tsp salt
• 1 tbsp olive oil (optional but recommended)

INGREDIENT NOTES:

CAULIFLOWER:

• This is the base of the pizza crust and has a mild flavor. Broccoli is an alternative option, but it will change the color of the crust.

ALMOND FLOUR:

• Pizza crust uses almond flour to give it richness. An alternative option is chickpea flour, but it will make the pizza crust a bit dense.

FLAX EGG:

• It is a good product that we make from flaxseed and egg as an alternative to eggs. Chia egg is also an option to use.

NUTRITIONAL YEAST:

• This yeast is useful for including a cheesy flavor in the pizza crust. Vegan parmesan is an option for an alternative.

HERBS AND SPICES:

• When we add these to the recipe, they enhance the taste. For an alternative, you can utilize any blend of Italian seasoning.

OLIVE OIL:

• Olive oil is optional in this recipe, but you can include it to make the crust even crisper. The alternative option is avocado oil.

INSTRUCTIONS:

1. At 220°C, warm up your oven.
2. Take a parchment paper and place it above the pan.
3. Prepare the flax egg and rest it for ten minutes to make it thick.
4. Take a food processor.
5. Grind the cauliflower head in it.
6. Then microwave it for five or seven minutes.
7. Put it inside a kitchen towel.
8. Press till it releases all of the moisture as much as possible.
9. Inside a mixing bowl, add almond flour, flax egg, cauliflower, nutritional yeast, herbs, and seasoning.
10. Make a dough by mixing it.
11. Then bake the crust for 25 to 30 minutes till it is firm and golden.
12. You can include the topping of your own choice and then bake again for 10 to 12 minutes.

SERVING SUGGESTIONS:

• Topping options include spinach, cherry tomatoes, and vegan pesto.
• Other options are olives, vegan mozzarella, and tomato sauce.
• Another topping suggestion is adding roasted veggies with hummus.
• For topping, you can also consider the use of mushrooms, onions, and a tahini drizzle.

TIPS:

• The crust will become crispy if you dry the cauliflower properly.
• You can consider broiling the crust for two to three minutes after you bake the crust for the final time if the crust feels soft.
• The crust will not crisp properly if you make it very thick.
• Consider adding 1 tablespoon of psyllium husk to improve the firmness of the crust.

STORAGE INFORMATION:

FRIDGE:

• You can store the slices of the crust inside a closed container for 3-4 days.

FREEZER:

• Freeze up just the crust for 2 months.

FAQs:

Can I prepare this pizza crust without the use of almond flour?

• Chickpea or oat flour is an alternative option for this ingredient.

Why is my pizza crust becoming wet?

• This can happen due to the remaining moisture inside the cauliflower.

Is it okay to omit the use of oil in this pizza crust?

• You can consider omitting the oil, but the crust can become a little soft.

Is it okay to freeze the raw dough?

• It is not a good option; bake it first if you desire a good structure.

NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:

Calories: 120 kcal

Net Carbs: 5 grams

Total Carbs: 8 grams

Fiber: 3 grams

Protein: 5 grams

Serving: 8 slices

Calcium: 45 milligrams

Iron: 1.2 milligrams

Potassium: 320 milligrams

Vitamin A: 55 IU

Sodium: 160 milligrams

Serving size: 1 slice