Chorizo and Cheese Pizza

Chorizo and Cheese Pizza is a delicious low-carb twist on a classic favorite, featuring spicy chorizo sausage and gooey cheese atop a flavorful crust. Perfect for satisfying your pizza cravings while keeping carbs in check.

Ingredients

• Almond flour - 1 cup
• Shredded mozzarella cheese - 1 cup
• Cream cheese - 100 grams
• Egg - 1 large
• Baking powder - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Chorizo sausage - 100 grams, diced
• Shredded cheddar cheese - 1/2 cup
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Italian seasoning - 1 teaspoon
• Crushed red pepper flakes - 1/2 teaspoon (optional)

Steps

1. Preheat your oven to 220°C (425°F).
2. In a mixing bowl, combine almond flour, baking powder, and salt.
3. In a microwave-safe bowl, melt cream cheese and mozzarella cheese together until smooth, about 30-45 seconds.
4. Add the melted cheese mixture to the dry ingredients, then add the egg and mix until a dough forms.
5. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and spread the dough into a pizza shape, about 1/2 inch thick.
6. Bake the crust for 10-12 minutes or until golden brown.
7. While the crust is baking, heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and cook the diced chorizo until browned and crispy, about 5-7 minutes.
8. Remove the crust from the oven and sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top.
9. Add the cooked chorizo on top of the cheese, followed by a sprinkle of Italian seasoning and crushed red pepper flakes if using.
10. Return the pizza to the oven and bake for an additional 5-7 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
11. Allow the pizza to cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 28 g
• Carbs: 8 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 950 mg
• Cholesterol: 120 mg
• Total Fat: 36 g
• Saturated Fat: 15 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 21 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

• Low in carbohydrates, making it suitable for low-carb diets.
• High in protein from cheese and chorizo, promoting muscle health.

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