Pizza de Albahaca

Pizza de Albahaca is a vibrant Spanish-inspired low-carb pizza that combines a delightful almond flour crust with fresh basil and cheese, offering a satisfying and healthy twist on traditional pizza. Perfect for those seeking a flavorful dish without the carbs, this pizza bursts with Mediterranean flavors and aromatic herbs.

Ingredients

• Almond flour - 150 grams
• Egg - 1 large
• Mozzarella cheese (shredded) - 100 grams
• Parmesan cheese (grated) - 30 grams
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Baking powder - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Fresh basil leaves - 20 grams
• Tomato sauce (sugar-free) - 100 grams
• Cherry tomatoes - 100 grams
• Olives (sliced) - 30 grams
• Feta cheese (crumbled) - 30 grams

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).
2. In a bowl, mix the almond flour, baking powder, salt, and black pepper.
3. Add the egg and olive oil to the dry ingredients, and mix until a dough forms.
4. On a parchment-lined baking sheet, spread the dough into a round pizza shape about 1 cm thick.
5. Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until golden brown.
6. While the crust is baking, prepare the toppings: chop the fresh basil, halve the cherry tomatoes, and slice the olives.
7. Remove the crust from the oven and spread the sugar-free tomato sauce evenly over the surface.
8. Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese and grated Parmesan cheese over the sauce.
9. Add the cherry tomatoes, sliced olives, and crumbled feta cheese on top.
10. Return the pizza to the oven and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
11. Once done, remove from the oven, sprinkle with fresh basil leaves, and let cool for a few minutes before slicing.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 22 g
• Carbs: 12 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 120 mg
• Total Fat: 35 g
• Saturated Fat: 10 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

• Low in carbohydrates, supporting weight management and blood sugar control.
• Rich in healthy fats from olive oil and cheese, promoting heart health.

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