I know what you’re thinking: ‘Cauliflower Recipe? Cauliflower can actually be useful?’ To say that I detest cauliflower would be putting it mildly.  Cauliflower in my opinion ruins every vegetable crudités it accompanies.  The color is not appealing, and cauliflower has a weird smell. So I must admit, I was skeptical when I found this cauliflower recipe for vegan cauliflower pizza crust.  After all, given my personal disdain for this vegetable I nearly passed on even attempting to try it.  To my surprise this cauliflower pizza recipe is downright delicious! Not only has this cauliflower recipe become one of my personal favorites, but it is a nutritious all-vegetable recipe that allows me to enjoy one of my favorite indulgences (PIZZA) essentially guilt free.

 

WHAT YOU NEED:

 

The most essential kitchen tool you need for this pizza crust recipe is an adequate food processor.  This doesn’t mean you have to rush to Pottery Barn and pick out the most expensive one you lay your eyes on.  Any $40.00 food processor you find at Target will do. Once you have the food processor the rest of the recipe is relatively simple.

 

CAULIFLOWER PIZZA CRUST

 

For your cauliflower pizza crust pre-heat your oven to 450.  Using the food processer, grind the cauliflower until it is fine and then set aside in a bowl.  Next, take the almonds and process them until they exhibit a flour-like texture (you can certainly choose to purchase almond meal at the store but I find making the flour yourself gives the crust a nice nutty flavor and crispier texture).  Once you have combined the cauliflower, almonds and spices, poor the beaten eggs over the top and mix together until all the ingredients are thoroughly blended.  Then using a large cookie sheet, evenly  spread the “dough” over a piece of parchment paper and cook for 20-25 minutes or until the crust is crisp around the edges.

While the pizza crust is cookin, it’s you’re opportunity to play a bit.  You can certainly use normal pizza toppings as the calories, carbs, and fat have already been cut considerably.  But if you’re looking for a bit of adventure and a much healthier alternative, what I’ve tried is below:

 

HEALTHY PIZZA SAUCE:

 

HEALTHY PIZZA TOPPINGS: