Low Carb Pizza Margherita

Satisfy your pizza cravings guilt-free with this Low Carb Pizza Margherita, a fresh take on the classic Italian favorite. Featuring a golden cauliflower crust that's crisp yet tender, this recipe swaps out traditional dough for a nutrient-packed, gluten-free base. Topped with vibrant tomato sauce, creamy fresh mozzarella, sweet Roma tomato slices, and fragrant basil leaves, every bite is a perfect harmony of flavors. A drizzle of olive oil adds a luscious finishing touch to this keto-friendly delight, ready in under an hour. Ideal for weeknight dinners or a crowd-pleasing appetizer, this low-carb pizza combines health-conscious ingredients with authentic Italian flair—perfect for anyone seeking a delicious, gluten-free alternative to traditional pizza.

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 head Cauliflower florets
• 1 large Egg
• 1.5 cups Mozzarella cheese
• 1 cup Parmesan cheese
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 0.75 cup Tomato sauce
• 8 ounces Fresh mozzarella
• 1 large Roma tomato
• 0.5 cup Fresh basil leaves
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

Break the cauliflower into florets and place them in a food processor. Pulse until it reaches a rice-like consistency.

Step 3

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

Step 4

Place the cauliflower rice in a clean dish towel or cheesecloth and squeeze out as much moisture as possible.

Step 5

In a mixing bowl, combine the cauliflower, egg, 0.5 cup of mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Mix well.

Step 6

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

Step 7

Bake the crust for 20 minutes or until golden brown and firm to the touch.

Step 8

Remove the crust from the oven and spread tomato sauce evenly over it.

Step 9

Slice the fresh mozzarella and Roma tomato, and distribute them evenly over the pizza.

Step 10

Return the pizza to the oven and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 11

Remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool slightly. Drizzle with olive oil and garnish with fresh basil leaves.

Step 12

Cut into slices and serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1505.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2161.9

Total Fat 149.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 71.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 7.6g
Cholesterol 566.0mg	0%
Sodium 5122.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 65.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.0g	0%
Total Sugars 25.6g
Protein 147.3g	0%

Vitamin D 117.2IU	0%
Calcium 3860.5mg	0%
Iron 6.5mg	0%
Potassium 2673.5mg	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: 61.2%

Protein: 26.9%

Carbs: 11.9%