Keto Zucchini Pizza

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Keto Zucchini Pizza is a tasty low-carb substitute for regular pizza, and it is ideal for anyone on a gluten-free or ketogenic diet. This Zucchini Pizza crust is made with a combination of zucchini, cheese, and seasonings instead of flour to create a keto-friendly and healthy pizza base, and it is baked till it gets golden & firm. Then we can add the preferred low-carb toppings, such as pepperoni, mushrooms, or olives, are added, with mozzarella and keto marinara. This zucchini pizza is loaded with protein, fiber, and nutrients like calcium & potassium, and it is also tasty & light. This zucchini pizza has all the flavors similar to the traditional pizza, but it has comparatively very less carbs than all-purpose flour pizza.  Keto Zucchini Pizza is a delicious and guilt-free dish to consume in the keto diet, and you can also like this pizza if you are not on the keto diet.

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STATS:

  • Caloric count: 180 kcal
  • Preparation time: 15 minutes
  • Portion size: One
  • Cook time: Twenty mins
  • Cuisine: American
  • Total time: Thirty-five mins
  • Course: Dinner
  • Diet: Gluten-free & Keto
  • Serving: 6

EQUIPMENT:

  • Baking sheet
  • Grater
  • Parchment paper
  • Bowl
  • Cheese cloth
  • Whisk
  • Knife

INGREDIENTS:

  • 2 medium zucchinis
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella
  • ¼ cup Parmesan cheese
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ¼ teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • ¼ cup sugar-free marinara
  • Optional toppings: pepperoni, mushrooms, olives, bell peppers, etc.

INGREDIENTS NOTES:

ZUCCHINI:

  • We have to select medium-sized, firm zucchini. Add salt and finely grated food to assist in extracting moisture. It’s crucial to squeeze out extra liquid to prevent a soggy crust.

EGGS:

  • Egg serves as the crust’s binder. You can use a flax egg, though the texture could be a little different for a vegetarian or egg-free alternative.

MOZZARELLA CHEESE:

  • We can use made whole milk shredded mozzarella cheese or we can also use the skim milk one also. We can use the half as a topping, while the other half is combined into the crust.

PARMESAN CHEESE:

  • Parmesan cheese makes this pizza flavorful and it also aids in crisping the crust of this pizza. The greatest results come from freshly grated.

GARLIC POWDER & ITALIAN SEASONING:

  • Garlic powder and Italian seasoning give the crust a traditional pizza taste.

PIZZA SAUCE

  • We have to choose a pizza sauce or marinara sauce without added sugar to limit carbohydrates. You have to check the label of the sauce properly that this is completely keto.

TOPPINGS:

  • We have to use only low-carbohydrate toppings, such as bell peppers, spinach, mushrooms, pepperoni, or sausage. We don’t have to use the sweet garnishes like pineapple.

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INSTRUCTION:

  1. We can adjust the temperature of the oven at four-twenty-five degrees F.
  2. We can place the baking paper on a pizza pan.
  3. Then grate the zucchini and transfer the zucchini in the vessel and add the salt & left for ten mints.
  4. We use a towel or cheesecloth to squeeze out any remaining liquid. This process is necessary to prepare the crispy crust.
  5. Add the egg, ½ cup mozzarella, garlic powder, Parmesan, Italian spice, and zucchini.
  6. We can form the crust into a round or rectangular shape that is approximately ¼ inch thick.
  7. After that we can bake the zucchini pizza crust for 12-15 minutes or till the crust gets golden brown & stable.
  8. We can spread the sauce, top with the remaining mozzarella, and garnish as you like.
  9. Then continue baking for another 5–7 mints or till the cheese gets melted and bubble.
  10. We can slice the Pizza with the knife and let it cool slightly, and savor!

TIPS:

  • Always squeeze zucchini thoroughly since too much moisture will cause the crust to get soggy.
  • We have to use a pizza stone for a crispy base.
  • You have to bake the crust alone first to prevent a soggy center.
  • We can also add fresh herbs after baking for an additional taste.

STORAGE INFORMATION:

FRIDGE:

  • We can preserve the slices of zucchini pizza and store the pizza for 3 days.

FREEZER:

  • You can wrap the slices of this Zucchini pizza and store this pizza for 2 months.

FAQs:

Is this zucchini pizza keto?

  • Yes, this zucchini pizza is keto and this zucchini pizza is prepared with all the low carb components and contains only 3g net carbs in this pizza.

Will we add the almond flour to the zucchini base?

  • Yes, we can add the almond flour in the zucchini pizza base and it can also help to stabilize the base.

How to prepare the dairy-free zucchini pizza?

  • We can add the dairy-free parmesan to make the dairy-free zucchini pizza.

Is this zucchini pizza base crispy?

  • The zucchini pizza is not much crispy but if we bake it for longer than it gets crispier.

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NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:

Calories: 180 kcal
Net Carbs: 3g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 10g
Fat: 12g
Sodium: 320mg
Calcium: 180mg
Iron: 1mg
Vitamin A: 400 IU
Potassium: 320mg
Total Carbs: 6g
Serving Size: 1 slice