Keto Thick Broccoli Pizza Crust

Name: Keto Thick Broccoli Pizza Crust
Prep time: 731 min
Cook time: 70 min
Total time: 801 min
Yield: 8
Cuisine: italian
Ingredients: Broccoli, Raw; Salt; Black Pepper; Italian Seasoning; Raw Egg; Parmesan Cheese

227 ratings

Prepare Time 731 minutes

Cook Time 70 minutes

Depending on where you’re from, thin-crust pizza just might not be cutting it for you. How can you enjoy a thick-crust pizza without overloading on carbs from doughs made with almond flour? Your greens are going to save you. This thick pizza crust is made almost entirely from broccoli. Prep the broccoli pizza crust the day before you want to bake it - most of the preparation time comes from freezing the crust! The broccoli crust tastes great topped with marinara sauce, sliced veggies, or diced meats. Don’t forget to add a layer of melted cheese to your pizza when baking! Jessica L. ### You’ll Notice This Preparation Is Different From Most Pizzas In order to make this pizza crust, you can’t follow the typical way of making pizza dough. In fact, this isn’t a dough at all and more like a pizza ‘batter’. The broccoli has to be blended into teeny, tiny little pieces that turn into a smoother mixture. This way, your baked crust is even, consistent, and won’t break off into pieces once it’s out of the oven. If you don’t like rolling out pizza dough, use this recipe to save you some grief in the kitchen! ### Pizza Topping Ideas What tastes good on top of a pizza crust made almost exclusively from broccoli? Try a combination of marinara sauce, diced chicken breast, and a layer of cheddar and colby cheese. Do you like BBQ pizzas? Swirl in a teaspoon of barbecue sauce to your red sauce to bump up the flavors. If you don’t want the carbs of a tomato sauce, switch out the red for an alfredo white sauce (just use the Carb Manager Alfredo Sauce recipe). Keep it all green by opting for a scratch-made basil pesto sauce instead of red or white. If you’re vegetarian, sliced mushrooms, peppers, or sauteed spinach would make delicious toppings on a broccoli crust pizza.

How to make Keto Thick Broccoli Pizza Crust

Make the raw crust the day before you want to make pizza. Cut a broccoli head up into florets and place in the base of a large pot. Fill the pot with water until the broccoli is covered and bring the water to a boil. Boil the broccoli for about 5 minutes, or until tender enough to pierce with a fork. You want the broccoli to still be a little too firm to enjoy for eating, but tender enough that it breaks apart easily in a food processor in the next step.
Drain the water from the broccoli and pat the broccoli florets dry. Transfer the florets to a food processor and pulse until you have an almost-creamy consistency (the broccoli will blend quickly). Blend in the remaining ingredients to make the batter for your crust.
Line a 10-inch springform pan with parchment paper on the bottom. You may want a little extra paper sticking up to help you out later. Pour the broccoli mixture into the pan and spread out evenly with the back of a spoon. Use the spoon to form a 1-inch thick crust around the edge. Set the pan in your freezer to freeze completely overnight, or at least 12 hours.
The next day, preheat an oven to 325 degrees. Remove the frozen crust from the springform pan, but leave the crust on the parchment paper. Use the ends of the paper to pull the crust up from the springform base. Place the parchment and broccoli pizza crust on a new sheet tray. Bake the crust for 60 minutes straight.
After 60 minutes, the crust will be cooked all the way through. From there, you can add on all your favorite Keto pizza toppings and bake until done.

Ingredients of Keto Thick Broccoli Pizza Crust

Ingredient	Quantity
1. Broccoli, Raw	20 ounce
2. Salt	¼ teaspoon
3. Black Pepper	¼ teaspoon
4. Italian Seasoning	½ teaspoon
5. Raw Egg	2 large
6. Parmesan Cheese	1 cup, shredded

Keto Thick Broccoli Pizza Crust nutrients

caloriesKCal: 99.193 caloriesKJ: 415.022 totalCarbs: 5.384 diabetesCarbsADA: 5.384 netCarbs: 3.494 diabetesCarbs: 3.497 fiber: 1.886 starch: 0.033 sugar: 1.46 addedSugar: 0 sugarAlcohols: 0.004 protein: 8.636 fat: 5.244 transFat: 0.088 monousatFat: 1.58 polyunsatFat: 0.286 omega3Fat: 0.066 omega6Fat: 0.22 saturatedFat: 2.756 cholesterol: 56.23 vitaminA: 70.07 vitaminC: 63.236 vitaminD: 0.339 vitaminE: 1.186 vitaminK: 73.485 vitaminB1: 0.065 vitaminB2: 0.194 vitaminB3: 0.503 vitaminB5: 0.646 vitaminB6: 0.153 vitaminB12: 0.308 potassium: 254.589 magnesium: 22.72 calcium: 208.336 iron: 0.834 zinc: 0.815 copper: 0.043 phosphorus: 166.546 sodium: 306.974 selenium: 8.806 folate: 51.323 choline: 52.189 alcohol: 0 caffeine: 0 gluten: 0 manganese: 0.168 conjugatedLinoleicAcid: 0.011 phyticAcid: 10.844 xylitol: 0 isomalt: 0 sorbitol: 0 maltitol: 0 lactitol: 0 erythritol: 0 pinitol: 0 inositol: 0.004 mannitol: 0

Frequently Asked Questions

Is it possible to gain weight on a keto diet?

Yes, weight gain can occur on a keto diet if you consistently consume more calories than you burn. Portion control and mindful eating are important even on keto.

What are some common myths about the keto diet?

Myths about keto include the idea that it's all about eating excessive amounts of fat or that it's harmful for your heart. Research and expert advice can help dispel these myths.

Can I have dairy-free keto options?

Absolutely! You can enjoy dairy-free keto recipes by using coconut milk, almond milk, dairy-free cheeses, and other plant-based alternatives.

Can I drink alcohol on a keto diet?

Alcohol can be consumed in moderation on a keto diet, but keep in mind that some alcoholic beverages are high in carbs. Stick to options like dry wines or spirits with low-carb mixers.

What is MCT oil and how is it used in a keto diet?

MCT oil is a type of fat that is easily converted into ketones. It's commonly used in keto coffee or added to meals for an extra source of quick energy.

Author Emily Williams

Keto Thick Broccoli Pizza Crust

Frequently Asked Questions

Is it possible to gain weight on a keto diet?

What are some common myths about the keto diet?

Can I have dairy-free keto options?

Can I drink alcohol on a keto diet?

What is MCT oil and how is it used in a keto diet?

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