Keto Halloumi Pizza

Keto Halloumi Pizza is a delicious fusion of traditional Lebanese flavors and a ketogenic twist, featuring a crispy halloumi base topped with fresh herbs and spices. This delightful dish is perfect for pizza lovers seeking a low-carb option without sacrificing taste.

Ingredients

• Halloumi cheese - 250 grams
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Cherry tomatoes - 100 grams, halved
• Red onion - 50 grams, thinly sliced
• Bell pepper - 50 grams, diced
• Fresh basil - 10 grams, chopped
• Oregano - 1 teaspoon, dried
• Garlic powder - 1/2 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Preheat your oven to 200°C (390°F).
2. Slice the halloumi cheese into 1 cm thick slices and arrange them in a circular pattern on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, forming a pizza base.
3. Drizzle olive oil over the halloumi slices and season with garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
4. Bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes until the halloumi is golden brown and slightly crispy.
5. While the halloumi is baking, prepare the toppings by mixing the cherry tomatoes, red onion, bell pepper, fresh basil, oregano, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
6. Once the halloumi base is ready, remove it from the oven and evenly distribute the topping mixture over the halloumi slices.
7. Return the pizza to the oven and bake for an additional 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are slightly softened.
8. Remove from the oven, let cool for a couple of minutes, slice, and serve warm.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 20 g
• Carbs: 8 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 900 mg
• Cholesterol: 60 mg
• Total Fat: 28 g
• Saturated Fat: 15 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein which supports muscle health.
• Low in carbohydrates, making it suitable for ketogenic diets.

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