Carrot Crust Pizza

Carrot Crust Pizza

Carrot crust pizza is a healthier alternative to traditional pizza crusts as it is made with nutritious carrots instead of refined flours. Carrots are high in vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants, making them a great addition to any diet.

This crust also adds a subtle sweetness and a unique texture to the pizza, making it a delicious and satisfying meal option. By choosing carrot crust pizza, you can enjoy a tasty treat while reaping the benefits of added nutrients and a lighter, healthier alternative to traditional pizza crusts.

Ingredients

–  8 0z grated carrot

–  ¼ cup grated low fat mozzarella

–  1 egg

–  1 tbsp olive oil

–  7 0z ground chicken

–  ¼ tbsp cumin powder

–  ¼ tbsp chilli powder

–  ¼ tbsp ground ginger

–  ¼ tbsp ground cilantro

–  ¼ tbsp paprika

–  Salt and black pepper

–  ¼ tbsp garlic powder

–  ¼ medium green bell pepper

–  ¼ medium red onion

–  2 0z tomato sauce

–  ½ 0z Grated low fat mozzarella

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F.

2. In a bowl, mix together grated carrot, ¼ cup grated low fat mozzarella, egg, and olive oil to make the crust mixture.

3. Press the crust mixture onto a pizza stone or baking sheet to form a crust.

4. Bake the crust for 20 minutes until it is slightly crispy.

5. In a skillet, cook ground chicken with cumin powder, chili powder, ginger, cilantro, paprika, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder until browned.

6. Spread tomato sauce over the crust, then top with cooked chicken, green bell pepper, red onion, and remaining ½ oz grated low fat mozzarella.

7. Bake in the oven for an additional 10-12 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.

8. Slice and serve hot.

Health Benefits

1. Carrots are a great source of vitamin A, which is important for eye health.

2. Carrots are also high in fiber, which can aid in digestion and promote a healthy gut.

3. Using carrot crust instead of traditional dough reduces the carb and calorie content of the pizza.

4. This pizza is also lower in fat due to the use of low-fat mozzarella and lean ground chicken.

5. The combination of protein from the chicken and veggies like bell pepper and onion makes this a well-balanced meal option.