Cactus Pizza

Cactus Pizza is a delightful Keto Mexican dish that features a unique cactus paddle crust topped with zesty salsa, melted cheese, and fresh toppings. This vibrant pizza brings together the flavors of Mexico while keeping it low-carb and satisfying.

Ingredients

• Nopales (cactus paddles) - 2 medium-sized
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Ground black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Shredded mozzarella cheese - 1 cup (100g)
• Salsa - 1/2 cup (120g)
• Cooked ground beef - 150g
• Sliced jalapeños - 2 tablespoons
• Chopped cilantro - 2 tablespoons
• Sour cream - 4 tablespoons

Steps

1. Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F).
2. Rinse the nopales under cold water, then remove the thorns and edges with a knife.
3. Slice the nopales into flat, pizza-sized rounds, approximately 1cm thick.
4. In a skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the nopales and sauté for about 5-7 minutes until they become tender and slightly translucent.
5. Season the nopales with salt and pepper, then remove from the skillet and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
6. Spread salsa evenly over each nopales slice, then sprinkle cooked ground beef on top.
7. Add the shredded mozzarella cheese, jalapeños, and a sprinkle of chopped cilantro over the cheese.
8. Drizzle the remaining tablespoon of olive oil over the pizzas.
9. Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
10. Remove from the oven and let cool for a couple of minutes before serving with a dollop of sour cream on top.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 10 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 70 mg
• Total Fat: 30 g
• Saturated Fat: 10 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• Nopales are rich in antioxidants and fiber, which can help improve digestive health.
• This dish is low in carbohydrates, making it suitable for ketogenic diets.

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