African Spiced Cauliflower Pizza
A vibrant gluten-free pizza topped with spiced cauliflower, bell peppers, and a nutty tahini sauce, perfect for an energy boost while promoting brain health.
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20 minutes
Prep Time
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25 minutes
Cook Time
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4
Servings
🎯
Medium
Difficulty
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Nutrition Facts
Per serving
280Calories
8gProtein
32gCarbs
14gFat
Ingredients
For 4 servings
- 1 large cauliflower, cut into florets
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 gluten-free pizza crust
- 1 cup bell peppers, sliced
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup tahini
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons water
- Fresh basil leaves for garnish
Instructions
Follow these steps for perfect results
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
- In a bowl, toss cauliflower florets with olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Spread the cauliflower on a baking sheet and roast for about 20 minutes, or until golden and tender.
- Meanwhile, prepare the gluten-free pizza crust according to package instructions.
- Once the crust is ready, layer the roasted cauliflower, sliced bell peppers, and cherry tomatoes on top.
- In a small bowl, whisk together tahini, lemon juice, and water until smooth.
- Drizzle the tahini sauce over the pizza toppings.
- Bake the pizza in the oven for 10-15 minutes until heated through.
- Remove from the oven and garnish with fresh basil leaves before serving.
Health Benefits
Nutritional advantages of this recipe
- Cauliflower is high in choline, which supports brain health.
- Tahini provides healthy fats and may improve cognitive function.
- Rich in vitamins and minerals that boost energy levels.