Sunchoke and Spinach

Sunchoke and Spinach Pizza combines the earthy flavors of roasted sunchokes with fresh spinach on a crispy, grain-free crust, creating a delightful and nutritious Paleo Indian-inspired dish. This vibrant pizza is not only satisfying but also packed with wholesome ingredients that nourish the body.

Ingredients

• Sunchokes - 200 grams, thinly sliced
• Fresh spinach - 150 grams, washed and chopped
• Almond flour - 150 grams
• Coconut oil - 2 tablespoons, melted
• Ground flaxseed - 1 tablespoon
• Water - 60 ml
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Turmeric powder - 1 teaspoon
• Cumin powder - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon, for drizzling
• Fresh cilantro - 2 tablespoons, chopped (for garnish)

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).
2. In a bowl, mix almond flour, melted coconut oil, ground flaxseed, water, salt, and spices to form a dough.
3. Press the dough onto a parchment-lined baking sheet to create a pizza crust, about 1/2 cm thick.
4. Roast the sunchokes in the preheated oven for 15 minutes until tender, then remove and set aside.
5. Sauté minced garlic in olive oil over medium heat for 1 minute, then add chopped spinach and cook until wilted.
6. Spread the sautéed spinach evenly over the pizza crust, followed by the roasted sunchokes.
7. Return the pizza to the oven and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes until the crust is golden brown.
8. Remove from oven and drizzle with olive oil, then garnish with fresh cilantro before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 8 g
• Carbs: 35 g
• Fiber: 8 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 300 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 22 g
• Saturated Fat: 7 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.25 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in fiber, promoting digestive health.
• Packed with antioxidants and anti-inflammatory compounds from spinach and turmeric.

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