Nettle and Wild Greens

Nettle and Wild Greens Pizza is a nutritious and flavorful dish that combines the earthy taste of foraged greens with a crispy paleo-friendly crust. This unique pizza is not only delicious but also packed with vitamins and minerals, making it a wholesome meal option.

Ingredients

• Almond flour - 200 grams
• Arrowroot powder - 50 grams
• Nettle leaves - 100 grams (washed and chopped)
• Dandelion greens - 50 grams (washed and chopped)
• Spinach - 50 grams (washed and chopped)
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic - 2 cloves (minced)
• Oregano - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Egg - 1 (beaten)
• Nutritional yeast - 2 tablespoons (optional for cheesy flavor)
• Cherry tomatoes - 100 grams (halved)
• Red onion - 1/2 small (sliced)

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 220°C (428°F).
2. In a large bowl, combine almond flour, arrowroot powder, oregano, salt, and black pepper.
3. Add the beaten egg and 1 tablespoon of olive oil to the dry ingredients and mix until a dough forms.
4. Knead the dough briefly on a floured surface, then shape it into a round pizza base (about 25 cm in diameter).
5. Transfer the dough to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
6. In a skillet, heat the remaining olive oil over medium heat and sauté minced garlic until fragrant, about 1 minute.
7. Add nettle leaves, dandelion greens, and spinach to the skillet, and cook until wilted, about 3-4 minutes. Remove from heat.
8. Spread the sautéed greens evenly over the pizza base.
9. Top with cherry tomatoes, red onion, and sprinkle nutritional yeast if using.
10. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until the crust is golden and firm.
11. Remove from the oven, let cool slightly, slice, and serve warm.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 12 g
• Carbs: 28 g
• Fiber: 7 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 300 mg
• Cholesterol: 70 mg
• Total Fat: 24 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins A, C, and K from wild greens, supporting immune health.
• High in fiber, aiding digestion and promoting a healthy gut.

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