Cauliflower pizza base

Author: Chrissy Freer - B App Sc Nut, Grad Cert Human Nut

Photographer: Mark O'Meara

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Try this amazing gluten-free, low-carb pizza base recipe made with cauliflower. It's easy and quick to make and will make your favourite pizza much healthier.

Serves: 4 (makes 2 x 22cm crusts)

Time to make: 30 mins

Ingredients

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1 large head (about 1kg) cauliflower, trimmed, cut in florets

2 eggs, lightly beaten

1 teaspoon dried oregano

⅓ cup finely grated parmesan cheese

spray oil

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Instructions

1 Place cauliflower florets in a food processor or blender in 2–3 batches. Blend florets until finely chopped, retaining some texture.

2 Transfer cauliflower to a microwave-safe bowl and cover. Microwave on high for 8 minutes or until just tender. Drain well and leave to cool completely.

3 Preheat oven to 200°C. Line 2 pizza trays with baking paper. Place all ingredients, except oil spray, in a large bowl. Mix until well combined.

4 Press cauliflower mixture on trays in 2 x 22cm rounds, each about 3-4mm thick. Spray with oil. Cook for 15 minutes or until edges turn golden.

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Nutrition Info (per serve)

Calories 156cal

Kilojoules 656kJ

Protein 11.8g

Total fat 7.3g

–Saturated fat 2.9g

Carbohydrates 10.2g

–Sugars 7g

Dietary fibre 3g

Sodium 270mg

Calcium 158mg

Iron 2.6mg

Note: This nutrition analysis is a guide only. Nutrition composition will vary depending on the exact ingredients used. See our guides on your optimal daily nutrition intake, and supermarket shopping.

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