Pizza alla Pala

Pizza alla Pala is a deliciously unique take on pizza, featuring a crispy almond flour crust topped with rich tomato sauce and a medley of fresh toppings. Perfect for those following a keto lifestyle, this dish combines traditional flavors with low-carb ingredients for a satisfying meal.

Ingredients

• Almond flour - 150g
• Psyllium husk powder - 15g
• Baking powder - 5g
• Salt - 2g
• Eggs - 2 large
• Mozzarella cheese (shredded) - 150g
• Olive oil - 30ml
• Water - 100ml
• Tomato sauce (low-carb) - 100g
• Fresh basil leaves - 10g
• Parmesan cheese (grated) - 30g
• Italian seasoning - 5g
• Sliced bell peppers - 50g
• Sliced black olives - 30g

Steps

1. Preheat your oven to 220°C (428°F) and line a baking tray with parchment paper.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine the almond flour, psyllium husk powder, baking powder, and salt.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, olive oil, and water until well combined.
4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until a dough forms. Add the shredded mozzarella and mix until incorporated.
5. Transfer the dough onto the prepared baking tray and shape it into a rectangular or oval form, about 1 cm thick.
6. Spread the low-carb tomato sauce evenly over the crust, leaving a small border around the edges.
7. Sprinkle the Italian seasoning, sliced bell peppers, and black olives on top of the sauce.
8. Finish by adding fresh basil leaves and grated Parmesan cheese over the toppings.
9. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly.
10. Remove from the oven, let it cool for a couple of minutes, slice, and serve.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 25 g
• Carbs: 15 g
• Fiber: 8 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 150 mg
• Total Fat: 35 g
• Saturated Fat: 10 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

• Low in carbohydrates, making it suitable for ketogenic diets.
• Rich in healthy fats and protein, promoting satiety and muscle maintenance.

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