Whole30 Traditional Italian Pinsa

Elevate your pizza night with this **Whole30 Traditional Italian Pinsa**, a wholesome twist on Italy's beloved flatbread. Made with a unique blend of cassava flour, almond flour, and tapioca starch, this grain-free recipe delivers a light yet crispy crust that's completely Whole30-compliant. Topped with a vibrant layer of no-sugar-added tomato sauce, savory sugar-free Italian sausage, juicy cherry tomatoes, and fresh basil, this pinsa is bursting with bold Mediterranean flavors. A finishing touch of peppery arugula and a drizzle of Whole30-friendly balsamic vinegar adds a refreshing balance to every bite. Ready in under 45 minutes, this delightful dish is perfect for a guilt-free indulgence or an elevated weekend dinner. Whether you're following Whole30 or simply seeking clean yet delicious eats, this Italian pinsa is sure to be a crowd-pleaser!

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:25 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups Cassava flour
• 1 cup Almond flour
• 0.5 cup Tapioca starch
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 1 teaspoon Sea salt
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1.25 cups Warm water
• 0.75 cup Tomato sauce (no sugar added, Whole30 compliant)
• 0.5 cup Cooked and crumbled Italian sausage (sugar-free, Whole30 compliant)
• 0.25 cup Fresh basil leaves
• 0.5 cup Cherry tomatoes (halved)
• 1 cup Arugula
• 1 teaspoon Balsamic vinegar (Whole30 compliant)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 450°F (232°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

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

Step 3

Add the olive oil and warm water to the dry ingredients and mix until a sticky dough forms.

Step 4

Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface (use cassava flour) and knead gently for 2-3 minutes until smooth.

Step 5

Divide the dough into two portions and shape each into an oval, about 1/2-inch thick, to create the traditional pinsa shape.

Step 6

Place the dough ovals on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 8-10 minutes until lightly golden and firm.

Step 7

Remove the crusts from the oven and spread the tomato sauce evenly over each.

Step 8

Top with cooked sausage, cherry tomatoes, and return to the oven for an additional 8-10 minutes, until heated through.

Step 9

Remove from the oven and top with fresh basil leaves and arugula.

Step 10

Drizzle with balsamic vinegar just before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1021.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2446.9

Total Fat 106.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 17.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 83.3mg	0%
Sodium 3772.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 330.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 17.1g	0%
Total Sugars 19.7g
Protein 49.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 381.2mg	0%
Iron 11.7mg	0%
Potassium 1294.2mg	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: 38.6%

Protein: 8.0%

Carbs: 53.3%