Cactus Salad Pizza

Cactus Salad Pizza is a vibrant and flavorful vegan dish that combines the unique taste of tender cactus with fresh vegetables on a crispy pizza base. Perfect for a light meal or a fun appetizer, this pizza is both nutritious and satisfying.

Ingredients

• Pizza dough - 200 grams
• Nopal cactus (cooked and diced) - 150 grams
• Cherry tomatoes - 100 grams, halved
• Red onion - 50 grams, thinly sliced
• Corn kernels - 100 grams (canned or fresh)
• Avocado - 1 medium, sliced
• Fresh cilantro - 30 grams, chopped
• Lime juice - 2 tablespoons
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Vegan cheese (optional) - 50 grams

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 220°C (428°F).
2. Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface to your desired thickness.
3. Transfer the rolled dough to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
4. Brush the dough with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
5. Bake the pizza dough in the preheated oven for 10 minutes or until lightly golden.
6. In a bowl, combine the diced nopal cactus, cherry tomatoes, red onion, corn kernels, cilantro, lime juice, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to create the cactus salad.
7. Remove the pizza from the oven and evenly spread the cactus salad over the base.
8. If using, sprinkle the vegan cheese on top of the cactus salad.
9. Return the pizza to the oven and bake for an additional 5-7 minutes until everything is heated through and the cheese is melted.
10. Remove from the oven, add avocado slices on top, and garnish with additional cilantro if desired.
11. Slice and serve warm.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 8 g
• Carbs: 45 g
• Fiber: 10 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 450 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 12 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• Nopal cactus is rich in antioxidants and vitamins, promoting overall health.
• Avocado provides healthy fats that support heart health and improve nutrient absorption.

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