Vegan Cauliflower Pizza

Elevate pizza night with this irresistible Vegan Cauliflower Pizza, a health-conscious spin on a classic favorite that’s gluten-free, plant-based, and bursting with flavor! The crust is crafted from riced cauliflower combined with almond flour, nutritional yeast, and a flax "egg," resulting in a crispy, golden base that’s surprisingly sturdy and packed with nutrients. Topped with zesty tomato sauce, melty vegan mozzarella, and colorful vegetables like bell peppers, red onion, and black olives, this pizza is as vibrant as it is delicious. Finished with a drizzle of olive oil and fresh basil leaves, this wholesome recipe is perfect for satisfying your cravings while keeping it light and nutritious. Whether you're following a vegan diet or simply looking for a healthier pizza option, this easy-to-make recipe is sure to impress!

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 medium head Cauliflower, riced
• 2 tablespoons Ground flaxseed
• 5 tablespoons Water
• 1.5 cups Almond flour
• 2 tablespoons Nutritional yeast
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 1 cup Tomato sauce
• 1 cup Vegan mozzarella cheese, shredded
• 1 cup Bell peppers, sliced
• 0.5 cup Red onion, sliced
• 0.25 cup Black olives, sliced
• 0.25 cup Fresh basil leaves
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

In a small bowl, combine the ground flaxseed and water, and set aside for 5 minutes to thicken. This will act as your vegan egg replacement.

Step 3

While waiting, rice the cauliflower by breaking it into florets and pulsing in a food processor until it resembles rice. Alternatively, use store-bought riced cauliflower.

Step 4

Transfer the riced cauliflower into a microwavable bowl and microwave for 5-7 minutes until soft. Let it cool slightly.

Step 5

Once cool enough to handle, place the cauliflower in a clean kitchen towel. Wrap it up and squeeze out as much moisture as possible. This step is crucial for a firm crust.

Step 6

In a large bowl, combine the cauliflower, flaxseed mix, almond flour, nutritional yeast, garlic powder, onion powder, and salt. Mix well until a dough forms.

Step 7

Transfer the dough onto the prepared baking sheet. Spread it out using your hands to form a crust of about 1/4 inch thick.

Step 8

Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes until it starts to turn golden brown.

Step 9

Remove the crust from the oven and spread the tomato sauce evenly over it. Top with vegan mozzarella cheese, bell peppers, red onion, and black olives.

Step 10

Return the pizza to the oven and bake for another 10-12 minutes until the cheese is melted.

Step 11

Remove from oven and drizzle with olive oil. Garnish with fresh basil leaves before slicing.

Step 12

Serve hot and enjoy your homemade vegan cauliflower pizza!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1577.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1830.9

Total Fat 132.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 31.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2870.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 134.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 43.6g	0%
Total Sugars 34.4g
Protein 61.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1165.8mg	0%
Iron 12.6mg	0%
Potassium 2702.1mg	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: 60.3%

Protein: 12.4%

Carbs: 27.2%