Buffalo Cauliflower Pizza

Buffalo Cauliflower Pizza combines the spicy, tangy flavors of buffalo sauce with a hearty cauliflower base, making it a delightful vegan twist on classic pizza. It's perfect for those seeking a healthier, plant-based comfort food option.

Buffalo Cauliflower Pizza
30 minutes
Difficulty: Medium
American
320 kcal

Ingredients

  • Cauliflower - 300 grams, cut into florets
  • Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
  • Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
  • Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
  • Buffalo sauce - 60 milliliters
  • Pizza dough - 250 grams (store-bought or homemade)
  • Vegan mozzarella cheese - 100 grams, shredded
  • Red onion - 1/4 medium, thinly sliced
  • Fresh cilantro - for garnish, optional

Steps

  1. Preheat the oven to 220°C (425°F).
  2. In a mixing bowl, toss the cauliflower florets with olive oil, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.
  3. Spread the cauliflower on a baking sheet and roast for 15 minutes, stirring halfway through, until tender and slightly crispy.
  4. Remove the cauliflower from the oven and toss it with buffalo sauce until well coated.
  5. Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface to your desired thickness and transfer it to a pizza stone or baking tray.
  6. Spread a thin layer of buffalo sauce over the dough, leaving a small border around the edges.
  7. Top the pizza with roasted buffalo cauliflower, shredded vegan mozzarella, and sliced red onion.
  8. Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese has melted.
  9. Remove from the oven, let cool for a couple of minutes, and garnish with fresh cilantro if desired before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

  • Calories: 320
  • Protein: 10 g
  • Carbs: 40 g
  • Fiber: 6 g
  • Sugar: 3 g
  • Sodium: 600 mg
  • Cholesterol: 0 mg
  • Total Fat: 14 g
  • Saturated Fat: 2 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
  • Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

  • Rich in vitamins C and K from cauliflower, promoting a healthy immune system.
  • Low in calories and high in fiber, making it a satisfying option for weight management.

Tags

AmericanVeganPizza