Description
Pesto Prosciutto Cauliflower Crust Pizza is a delicious and healthy alternative to traditional pizza, featuring a cauliflower crust topped with pesto, prosciutto, and cherry tomatoes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium head of cauliflower, riced (about 4 cups)
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup basil pesto
- 4 ounces thinly sliced prosciutto
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, combine the riced cauliflower, egg, mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Transfer the cauliflower mixture to the prepared baking sheet and shape it into a round pizza crust, about 1/2 inch thick.
- Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown and firm.
- Remove the crust from the oven and spread the basil pesto evenly over the top.
- Layer the prosciutto and cherry tomatoes on top of the pesto.
- Return the pizza to the oven and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the tomatoes are slightly softened.
- Remove from the oven and garnish with fresh basil leaves before slicing.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, add red pepper flakes to the pesto before spreading it on the crust.
- You can substitute the prosciutto with cooked chicken or turkey for a different protein option.
- If you prefer a cheesier pizza, sprinkle additional mozzarella on top before the final bake.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Pesto Prosciutto Cauliflower Crust Pizza