Cauliflower Crust Pizza

In a quest to make a healthier pizza for my family a friend suggested this recipe for Cauliflower crusted pizza. I thought it was wonderful and will definitely be making again! It is not like you typical pizza were you can pick it up and eat it. So you will need a fork. But it was totally worth it. The best part is the kids liked it! I had already made them their lunch, but I had them try this one and they liked it. It became their afternoon snack! Easy to make and delicious! If you decide to make this for yourself I would love to hear your results in the comments below.

 Ingredients:

Large head of Cauliflower
2 cups shreeded lowfat Mozzarella cheese
2 egg whites 
2 tsp dried oregeno
2 tsp garlic powder
2 tsp dried basil
Extra Virgin olive oil
Tomato sauce or pizza sauce
Shredded cheese
your choice of toppings

1. Remove stems and leaves from cauliflower. Chop the florets into small chunks

2. In a pan over medium high heat bring 2 cups of water to boil. Add in cauliflower chunks and cook 10-15 minutes or until tender. Drain.

3. Use a potato masher (or food processor) mash up the cauliflower. Don't over mash (or over pulse) as you want the texture and for it not to be complete puree.

4. Preheat oven to 450 degrees. Spray a baking sheet with non-stick cooking spray.

5. In medium bowl, stir together mashed cauliflower, egg whites, and cheese. (save some cheese for pizza topping) Stir in oregano, basil, and garlic powder.  

6. Spread mixture into 9" circle on the baking sheet. Brush olive oil over the top of mixture (optional)


7. Bake at 450 degrees for 15 minutes, or until lightly browned.

8.Remove from oven. Add sauce to crust, and topping of choice.


9. Bake at 45 degrees  for 10-15 minutes , or until cheese is melted.


10. Enjoy!

Have A Happy Healthy Day!