Zucchini Roti Pizza

Zucchini Roti Pizza is a delightful fusion dish that combines the traditional Indian roti with a low-carb twist, topped with fresh vegetables and aromatic spices. This guilt-free pizza is perfect for those craving a healthy yet satisfying meal.

Ingredients

• Zucchini - 200 grams
• Almond flour - 100 grams
• Egg - 1 large
• Cheese (mozzarella or cheddar) - 50 grams, shredded
• Baking powder - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Tomato sauce - 50 grams
• Bell pepper - 50 grams, diced
• Onion - 30 grams, thinly sliced
• Oregano - 1 teaspoon
• Chili flakes - 1/2 teaspoon
• Fresh basil leaves - for garnish

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).
2. Grate the zucchini and place it in a clean kitchen towel to squeeze out excess moisture.
3. In a mixing bowl, combine the grated zucchini, almond flour, egg, baking powder, salt, and olive oil to form a dough.
4. Line a baking tray with parchment paper and spread the zucchini dough evenly to form a pizza base (about 1 cm thick).
5. Bake the base in the preheated oven for 15 minutes or until golden brown.
6. Remove the base from the oven and spread the tomato sauce evenly over it.
7. Top with shredded cheese, diced bell pepper, sliced onion, oregano, and chili flakes.
8. Return the pizza to the oven and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
9. Remove from oven and let it cool for a few minutes before slicing.
10. Garnish with fresh basil leaves and serve hot.

Nutrition

• Calories: 290
• Protein: 15 g
• Carbs: 12 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 450 mg
• Cholesterol: 90 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 4 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Low in carbohydrates, making it suitable for low-carb diets.
• Rich in fiber from zucchini, promoting digestive health.

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