Pizza al Vongole

Pizza al Vongole is a delightful Italian dish featuring a crispy, grain-free crust topped with fresh clams, garlic, and parsley. This Paleo version captures the essence of traditional pizza while adhering to a healthy lifestyle.

Ingredients

• Almond flour - 200 grams
• Eggs - 2 large
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Sea salt - 1 teaspoon
• Baking powder - 1 teaspoon
• Fresh clams - 300 grams, cleaned
• Garlic - 4 cloves, minced
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Red pepper flakes - 1/2 teaspoon
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon

Steps

1. Preheat your oven to 220°C (428°F).
2. In a mixing bowl, combine almond flour, eggs, olive oil, sea salt, and baking powder. Mix until a dough forms.
3. Roll out the dough on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper to form a pizza crust shape, about 1/2 cm thick.
4. Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until golden brown.
5. While the crust is baking, heat a skillet over medium heat and add a tablespoon of olive oil.
6. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
7. Add the cleaned clams to the skillet and cover to steam for about 5-7 minutes or until the clams open.
8. Once the clams have opened, add the chopped parsley, red pepper flakes, and lemon juice. Stir to combine and remove from heat.
9. Remove the crust from the oven and evenly distribute the clam mixture over the top.
10. Return the pizza to the oven for an additional 5 minutes to heat through.
11. Slice and serve hot, garnished with extra parsley if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 380
• Protein: 25 g
• Carbs: 20 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 550 mg
• Cholesterol: 200 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.25 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in protein from clams and eggs, supporting muscle health.
• Contains healthy fats from olive oil, beneficial for heart health.

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