Low-Carb Zucchini Crust Caesar Salad Pizza
🍕 Low-Carb Zucchini Crust Caesar Salad Pizza: The Ultimate Healthy Pizza Makeover!
Looking for a guilt-free pizza night? Our Low-Carb Zucchini Crust Caesar Salad Pizza is the perfect solution. It swaps out the heavy, carb-filled crust for a light, crispy zucchini base, then tops it with a fresh, creamy, and zesty Chicken Caesar Salad. It’s a complete meal that tastes indulgent but keeps your carbs low!
📜 Ingredients
A. For the Low-Carb Zucchini Crust
2 medium Zucchini (about 3 cups, finely shredded)
1 large Egg, lightly beaten
1/2 cup Mozzarella Cheese, shredded
1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese, finely grated
2 Tablespoons Almond Flour (or Coconut Flour for a lighter base)
1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
1/2 teaspoon Dried Oregano
1/2 teaspoon Salt
1/4 teaspoon Black Pepper
B. For the Grilled Chicken Topping
1 large Chicken Breast, cut into 1-inch cubes
1 Tablespoon Olive Oil
1/2 teaspoon Smoked Paprika (optional, for flavour)
Salt and Pepper (to taste)
C. For the Caesar Salad Topping
3 cups Romaine Lettuce, chopped
1/2 cup Cherry Tomatoes, halved
1/4 cup Caesar Dressing (low-carb variety preferred)
2 Tablespoons Parmesan Cheese, freshly shaved (for garnish)
Instructions: Step-by-Step Cooking Guide
The key to a non-soggy zucchini crust is removing as much moisture as possible!
1: Preparing the Zucchini Crust
Prep and Salt the Zucchini: Finely shred the zucchini. Place it in a bowl, add 1/2 teaspoon of salt, and let it sit for 10 minutes. This will draw out the excess water.
Remove Moisture: Transfer the shredded zucchini to a clean kitchen towel or cheesecloth and squeeze out the liquid vigorously. This step is crucial for a crispy crust! Discard the liquid.
Mix the Dough: In a large bowl, combine the dried zucchini with the egg, mozzarella, grated parmesan, almond flour, garlic powder, oregano, and the rest of the spices. Mix until a cohesive, slightly sticky dough forms.
Shape and Bake: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and lightly spray it with oil. Press the mixture into a round or rectangular pizza shape, about 1/4-inch thick.
Pre-Bake the Crust: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Bake the crust for 15-20 minutes, or until it is golden brown and set. Remove and allow it to cool slightly.
2: Cooking the Chicken
Season: Toss the chicken cubes with olive oil, paprika (if using), salt, and pepper until well coated.
Grill/Sear: Heat a skillet or pan over medium-high heat. Cook the chicken pieces until they are golden brown, cooked through, and slightly charred on all sides. Set aside.
3: Assembling the Pizza
Warm the Base: Place the pre-baked Zucchini Crust back in the oven for 5 minutes to reheat and ensure maximum crispiness.
Add Baked Toppings: Remove the crust from the oven and evenly scatter the cooked chicken pieces on top.
Prepare the Salad: In a separate bowl, gently toss the Romaine lettuce and cherry tomatoes with the Caesar dressing. Coat them lightly.
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