Paleo Prosciutto and Arugula Pizza

Elevate your pizza night with this Paleo Prosciutto and Arugula Pizza, a grain-free twist on a gourmet favorite! This recipe features a perfectly crisp and chewy crust made from a blend of almond flour, coconut flour, and tapioca starch, making it suitable for paleo enthusiasts. Topped with tangy tomato sauce, creamy fresh mozzarella, salty slices of prosciutto, and vibrant arugula, each bite is a balance of bold and fresh flavors. A drizzle of balsamic glaze and a sprinkle of cracked black pepper add the perfect finishing touch, creating a sophisticated yet simple dish. Ready in just 35 minutes, this pizza is ideal for weeknights or special gatherings, offering a deliciously wholesome alternative to traditional pizza that everyone will adore.

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups almond flour
• 0.25 cups coconut flour
• 0.5 cups tapioca starch
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
• 1 large egg
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 0.5 cups warm water
• 0.5 cups tomato sauce
• 4 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese
• 4 slices prosciutto
• 1 cup fresh arugula
• 1 tablespoon balsamic glaze
• 0.25 teaspoon cracked black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the almond flour, coconut flour, tapioca starch, baking powder, and sea salt.

Step 3

In a separate small bowl, whisk together the egg, olive oil, and warm water.

Step 4

Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and mix until a dough forms. If the dough is too sticky, add a bit more almond flour.

Step 5

Transfer the dough onto a piece of parchment paper and use your hands to press and shape it into a pizza crust about 10 inches in diameter.

Step 6

Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 10 minutes or until lightly golden.

Step 7

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

Step 8

Place the fresh mozzarella cheese evenly over the sauce.

Step 9

Return the pizza to the oven and bake for an additional 5 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 10

Remove the pizza from the oven and lay the slices of prosciutto over the melted cheese.

Step 11

Top with fresh arugula and drizzle with balsamic glaze.

Step 12

Sprinkle with cracked black pepper to taste.

Step 13

Slice into 4 pieces and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(832.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2294.1

Total Fat 145.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 34.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.9g
Cholesterol 341.8mg	0%
Sodium 3364.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 183.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 30.3g	0%
Total Sugars 28.7g
Protein 80.4g	0%

Vitamin D 53.8IU	0%
Calcium 1006.0mg	0%
Iron 12.1mg	0%
Potassium 663.4mg	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: 55.4%

Protein: 13.6%

Carbs: 31.0%