Pizza de Tarta de Santiago

Pizza de Tarta de Santiago is a delicious and unique gluten-free pizza that combines the traditional flavors of Spain with a modern twist. With a sweet almond base and topped with fresh ingredients, this dish is both satisfying and a delightful experience for the palate.

Ingredients

• Almond flour - 150 grams
• Eggs - 2 large
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Water - 50 ml
• Baking powder - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Tomato sauce - 100 grams
• Mozzarella cheese - 100 grams, shredded
• Chorizo - 50 grams, sliced
• Bell pepper - 1/2, sliced
• Black olives - 30 grams, sliced
• Fresh basil - a handful, for garnish

Steps

1. Preheat your oven to 220°C (428°F).
2. In a mixing bowl, combine almond flour, baking powder, and salt.
3. Add eggs and olive oil to the dry ingredients, mixing until well combined.
4. Gradually add water until a dough forms. It should be slightly sticky but manageable.
5. Place the dough on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and press it into a pizza shape, about 1 cm thick.
6. Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 10 minutes until slightly golden.
7. Remove the crust from the oven and spread the tomato sauce evenly over the top.
8. Sprinkle mozzarella cheese over the sauce, followed by slices of chorizo, bell pepper, and black olives.
9. Return the pizza to the oven and bake for an additional 10-12 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
10. Remove from the oven, garnish with fresh basil, slice, and serve hot.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 20 g
• Carbs: 20 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 150 mg
• Total Fat: 30 g
• Saturated Fat: 8 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
• Water: 0.05 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein from almond flour and cheese, supporting muscle health.
• Rich in healthy fats from olive oil and chorizo, promoting heart health.

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