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Broccoli Crust Pizza

This delicious twist on the classic Italian dish not only satisfies cravings but also bursts with vibrant colors and tantalizing flavors, making it irresistible!
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: broccoli crust, broccoli crust pizza, pizza
Servings: 2
Calories: 349kcal

Ingredients

For the Broccoli Crust

  • 2 cups Broccoli florets
  • 2 Eggs organic
  • ¼ cup Parmesan Cheese grated
  • ¼ tsp Dried Oregano
  • ¼ tsp Himalayan Pink Salt
  • ¼ tsp Ground Black Pepper

For the Marinara Basil Sauce

  • 1 tbsp Olive Oil
  • ¼ Red Onions
  • 1 Garlic Clove Peeled
  • 7 oz Whole Tomatoes canned
  • 1 sprig Fresh Basil

For the Toppings

  • ½ cup Mozzarella Cheese Shredded
  • 2 Shiitake Mushrooms sliced thinly
  • ½ Green Pepper sliced into strips
  • 1 Tomato sliced
  • 2 tbsp Corn Kernels cooked
  • 2 sprigs Fresh Basil as toppings

Instructions

For the Broccoli Crust

  • Preheat the oven to 410°F.
  • Meanwhile, cut the broccoli into florets. Then, using a food processor, pulse the florets until finely ground.
  • Microwave for 1 minute and let it cool. Once it's warm, place it on a dishtowel or cheesecloth and remove excess liquid from the broccoli. Make sure you completely drain the water from the broccoli.
  • Place the broccoli in a bowl and add the rest of the broccoli crust ingredients. Mix until well combined.
  • Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and place the broccoli mixture on the pan.Shape it into a round crust.
  • Place inside the oven and bake for 10 minutes.

For the Marinara Basil Sauce

  • Place all the sauce ingredients in a food processor or blender and process it until well combined. Set aside.

Assembling the Broccoli Pizza

  • Take out broccoli crust from the oven and spread homemade Marinara Basil Sauce over it.Top it with mozzarella cheese.
  • Bake again for 10 minutes at 356°F.
  • Take out from the oven and all the pizza toppings. Bake again for another 5 minutes.
  • Slice into 4 and top it with fresh basil.

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Nutrition

Calories: 349kcal | Carbohydrates: 21g | Protein: 21g | Fat: 22g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 194mg | Sodium: 798mg | Potassium: 886mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 2699IU | Vitamin C: 129mg | Calcium: 373mg | Iron: 2mg
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