Pizza is one of the most popular foods around the world. Everyone loves it, whether it’s with friends, family, or on a solo night in. But what if you’re on a low-carb or keto diet? Does that mean you can’t enjoy the cheesy, tomato sauce covered goodness that is a pizza? No, not at all! You can make your own keto pizza base that’s nutritious and still indulgent. Let us show you how to make a basic keto pizza base that’s easy to prepare and packs a nutritional punch.
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Ingredients: (click on the ingredients for buying recommendations)
1.5 cups of blanched almond flour
¾ cup of ground flaxseed meal
2 tablespoons of coconut flour
1 tablespoon of baking powder
1 tablespoon of Italian seasoning
½ teaspoon of garlic powder
2 large eggs
3 tablespoons of olive oil
¼ cup of warm water
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 200°C (180°C fan). Lightly grease a 12-inch pizza pan with olive oil.
- In a large mixing bowl, mix all dry ingredients together.
- In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs and oil until smooth and blend it with the flours.
- Add the warm water to the mixture and mix again until the dough forms.
- Place the dough on a parchment paper and spread out into a circle using your hands or rolling pin.
- Transfer the dough to the prepared pizza pan and bake for 7 to 8 minutes.
Nutritional Values: (Per entire pizza)
Calories: 1945 kcal
Fat: 168g
Protein: 69g
Net Carbs: 26g
This keto pizza base has considerable nutritional benefits. Almond flour is low in carbohydrates and high in protein, fats, fiber, and minerals. It can benefit those with high blood sugar, high blood pressure, cholesterol, and heart disease. Flaxseed is a rich source of omega-3 fatty acids, fiber, and antioxidants. Coconut flour is high in fiber, healthy fats, vitamins, and minerals.
Enjoy Your Pizza
Once the keto pizza base is ready, you can add your favorite keto-friendly toppings like tomato sauce, cheese, bell peppers, mushrooms, spinach, etc. Some keto-friendly toppings include avocado, bacon, chicken, olive oil, pesto, and spinach. Top the pizza base with all your desired toppings, and bake in the oven for another 10-12 minutes until the cheese is melted and golden brown.
Conclusion
The keto pizza base is an excellent alternative for people who want to enjoy a healthier version of pizza while sticking to their diet plan. This keto pizza base is both nutritious and satisfying, as it contains healthy fats, protein, and fiber, making it perfect for a low-carb or keto diet. Moreover, this recipe is effortless to make and customizable. Therefore, you can add your preferred toppings to create a personalized and nutritious pizza that will satisfy your cravings. Try it out!
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