High Protein Cauliflower Pizza

Elevate your pizza night with this guilt-free, protein-packed twist on a classic favorite: High Protein Cauliflower Pizza. This recipe transforms a humble cauliflower into a crispy golden crust that's both low-carb and high in protein, thanks to the addition of whey protein isolate, eggs, and Parmesan cheese. Seasoned with Italian herbs and garlic powder for a flavorful base, the crust is topped with melty mozzarella, fresh cherry tomatoes, red onion, and fragrant basil for a vibrant and delicious finish. With just 30 minutes of prep time, this gluten-free, low-carb pizza is perfect for health-conscious foodies looking for a savory and satisfying meal. Pair it with a side salad or enjoy it solo—either way, you'll savor every bite of this nourishing comfort food.

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 4

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

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and lightly grease it with olive oil.

Step 2

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.

Step 3

Transfer the cauliflower rice to a microwave-safe bowl and microwave on high for 5 minutes. Allow to cool slightly.

Step 4

Place the cooked cauliflower rice in a clean kitchen towel or cheesecloth, and squeeze tightly to remove as much moisture as possible.

Step 5

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.

Step 6

Spread the cauliflower mixture onto the prepared baking sheet, shaping it into a circular crust about 1/4-inch thick.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes, until the crust starts to turn golden brown.

Step 8

Remove the crust from the oven and gently spread the pizza sauce over it, leaving a small edge for the crust.

Step 9

Top the pizza with mozzarella cheese, cherry tomatoes, and red onion slices.

Step 10

Return the pizza to the oven and bake for additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese has melted and is bubbly.

Step 11

Remove from the oven, garnish with fresh basil leaves and drizzle with olive oil before serving.

Step 12

Slice and enjoy your high protein cauliflower pizza while it's hot.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1043.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1225.1

Total Fat 64.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 28.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.5g
Cholesterol 520mg	0%
Sodium 4334.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 54.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.1g	0%
Total Sugars 25.9g
Protein 115.5g	0%

Vitamin D 82IU	0%
Calcium 1728.2mg	0%
Iron 8.4mg	0%
Potassium 2948.9mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 45.9%

Protein: 36.7%

Carbs: 17.3%