04 Sep Low-carb pizza

If you like your dinners low-carb, or you’re simply trying to get more veggies into your diet, try this alternative to a calorie-packed pizza. 

Ingredients:

1 large cauliflower head, washed and de-stalked

150g shredded mozzarella

100g grated Parmesan

1/2 tsp dried oregano or other dried herb

1/2 tsp salt

1/4 tsp garlic powder

2 eggs, lightly beaten

Any other toppings you like (zucchini, olives, sun dried tomatoes, rocket, parma ham, herbs)

Method:

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C. Line a baking sheet with baking paper.

2. Break the cauliflower into small pieces and put in a food processor, pulsing until fine like flour.

3. Steam in a vegetable steamer or microwave for a few minutes until soft.

4. Drain well or pat dry with a clean tea towel.  Leave to cool.

5. In a bowl, combine the cauliflower with the mozzarella, parmesan, herbs, salt, garlic powder and eggs.

6. Put the mixture on the baking sheet and spread into a flat pizza base.

7. Bake for around 20 minutes or until golden brown.

8. Add your chosen toppings and bake for a few minutes.