Mexican-Style Vegan Pizza with Sausage and Peppers
Indulge in a flavorful Mexican-inspired vegan pizza topped with spicy sausage and vibrant bell peppers, all while keeping it low-carb and blood sugar friendly.
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20 minutes
Prep Time
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25 minutes
Cook Time
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4
Servings
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Medium
Difficulty
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Nutrition Facts
Per serving
300Calories
12gProtein
15gCarbs
20gFat
Ingredients
For 4 servings
- 1 large cauliflower head, riced
- 1/2 cup almond flour
- 2 tablespoons ground flaxseed mixed with 6 tablespoons water (flax egg)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup homemade or store-bought low-carb tomato sauce
- 1 cup vegan sausage, crumbled
- 1 cup bell peppers, sliced (mixed colors)
- 1/2 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 cup vegan cheese (optional)
- Fresh cilantro, for garnish
Instructions
Follow these steps for perfect results
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Prepare the cauliflower crust by steaming the riced cauliflower until tender, then pressing out as much moisture as possible.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the riced cauliflower, almond flour, flax egg, garlic powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Spread the cauliflower mixture onto a lined pizza pan, shaping it into a round crust. Bake for 15 minutes until golden.
- While the crust is baking, sautu00e9 the crumbled vegan sausage, bell peppers, and red onion in a pan over medium heat until slightly charred.
- Once the crust is done, spread the tomato sauce over the top. Add the sausage and pepper mixture.
- Sprinkle vegan cheese over the toppings if using, and return the pizza to the oven for another 10 minutes.
- Remove from oven and let cool slightly. Garnish with fresh cilantro before slicing.
Health Benefits
Nutritional advantages of this recipe
- Low in carbs which aids in blood sugar control.
- Rich in fiber from cauliflower, promoting digestion.
- Contains healthy fats from almond flour, supporting heart health.