Low Carb Pizza Tonno e Cipolla

Satisfy your pizza cravings without the carbs with this delicious recipe for Low Carb Pizza Tonno e Cipolla! Featuring a perfectly golden almond flour-based crust, this keto-friendly pizza is topped with savory canned tuna, sweet slices of red onion, and a zesty tomato sauce seasoned with oregano and black pepper. The crust is enriched with melted mozzarella and cream cheese for an irresistibly chewy texture, while a drizzle of olive oil adds a touch of Mediterranean flair. Finished with fresh basil leaves for a fragrant flourish, this quick and easy pizza is ready in just 35 minutes and perfect for anyone seeking a healthier, gluten-free alternative to the classic Italian favorite. Whether you're following a low-carb diet or simply looking for a light yet flavorful meal, this pizza is sure to impress!

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups almond flour
• 2 cups mozzarella cheese
• 2 tablespoons cream cheese
• 1 large egg
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 1 can canned tuna
• 0.5 medium red onion
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 0.5 cup tomato sauce
• 1 teaspoon oregano
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 5 leaves fresh basil

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a microwave-safe bowl, combine 2 cups of mozzarella cheese and 2 tablespoons of cream cheese.

Step 3

Microwave the cheeses for about 1 minute until melted and stir until smooth.

Step 4

Add 1.5 cups of almond flour, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, and 1 large egg to the melted cheese mixture.

Step 5

Mix the ingredients together until a dough forms. Knead with your hands if necessary.

Step 6

Place the dough on the prepared baking sheet and roll or press it into a pizza shape, approximately 1/4 inch thick.

Step 7

Bake the crust in the preheated oven for about 10 minutes or until it begins to brown lightly.

Step 8

While the crust is baking, drain one can of tuna and slice 1/2 medium red onion thinly.

Step 9

Remove the crust from the oven and spread 1/2 cup of tomato sauce evenly over it.

Step 10

Distribute the drained tuna and sliced red onions over the sauce.

Step 11

Sprinkle 1 teaspoon of oregano and 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper over the toppings.

Step 12

Drizzle 1 tablespoon of olive oil over the entire pizza.

Step 13

Return the pizza to the oven and bake for an additional 10 minutes until the edges are golden and crispy.

Step 14

Remove from the oven and allow to cool slightly.

Step 15

Tear 5 fresh basil leaves and scatter them over the pizza before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(837.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2091.9

Total Fat 154.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 42.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.4g
Cholesterol 456.7mg	0%
Sodium 3615.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 54.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 18.3g	0%
Total Sugars 15.8g
Protein 138.9g	0%

Vitamin D 225.9IU	0%
Calcium 1999.8mg	0%
Iron 9.3mg	0%
Potassium 810.6mg	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: 64.2%

Protein: 25.7%

Carbs: 10.1%