Description
Discover how to make a delicious zucchini pizza crust with this easy recipe. Learn how to create a healthier alternative for your next pizza night!
Ingredients
- – 2 cups (480 ml) shredded zucchini
- – 1/4 tsp (1.25 ml) Salt
- – 3 large eggs, beaten
- – 1/2 cup (60 g) all-purpose flour, see notes
- – 1/3 cup (40 g) shredded cheese
- – 1/3 cup (80 ml) pizza or marinara sauce
- – 1 cup (120 g) shredded mozzarella cheese
- – 12 slices beef pepperoni
Instructions
- Set your oven to 350°F to preheat.
- Distribute the grated zucchini evenly on a lightly oiled baking tray and sprinkle a small amount of salt over it. Bake for 15 minutes, then take it out and move the zucchini onto paper towels or cheesecloth.
- Raise the oven temperature to 450°F.
- Press out as much excess water from the zucchini as you can. Combine the zucchini with the beaten eggs in a large mixing bowl.
- Gradually add in the flour while stirring to blend. Keep incorporating flour until the mixture reaches the preferred consistency. (For all-purpose flour, I use the full ½ cup.)
- Spread the mixture onto a lightly oiled 12-inch pizza pan, leaving about an inch of space around the perimeter. Use a fork to make small holes in the dough to stop the crust from puffing up while baking.
- Sprinkle shredded cheese over the top and bake for 18 minutes, until it starts to gain a light golden color. Remove from the oven.
- Lower the oven temperature to 400°F.
- Allow the crust to cool if you prefer a crispier texture.
- Add pizza or marinara sauce, mozzarella cheese, and beef pepperoni (or other toppings of your choice) on top. Bake for 10 minutes, until the cheese becomes bubbly and melted.
- Garnish with parsley, red pepper flakes, or additional grated cheese before serving!
Notes
- Squeeze out excess water from shredded zucchini for a crispier crust.
- Experiment with different cheeses like cheddar or parmesan for extra flavor.
- Customize toppings with veggies or meats to suit your preferences.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 43 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Calories: 400
- Fat: 20g
- Protein: 20g
Keywords: zucchini crust, cheesy pizza, crispy pepperoni, homemade pizza, gluten-free option
