What you need for perfect Zucchini Crust Pica

The ingredients for the crust are eggs, Parmesan cheese, mozzarella cheese, flour, and of course, zucchini. There’s no better way to sneak in healthy veggies for the kids than to make a pizza. The cheese and your favorite toppings will make them ask for more.

Ingredients

For the Crust

• 3 cups zucchini, shredded and drained

• 2 eggs

• 1 tsp salt (or to taste)

• ¼ cup flour (or almond flour for a low-carb option)

• ¼ cup Parmesan cheese, grated

• ½ cup mozzarella cheese, shredded

For the Toppings

• ½ cup pizza sauce

• 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded

• ½ cup cheddar cheese, shredded

• ¼ cup pepperoni

• Sliced black olives (to taste)

• Sliced mushrooms (to taste)

• 1 tsp dried oregano

Instructions

1. Prep the Oven and Pan

• Preheat your oven to 450°F (232°C).

• Line a 12-inch pizza pan with parchment paper or lightly grease it.

2. Make the Crust

• In a large bowl, combine the shredded zucchini, eggs, salt, flour, Parmesan, and mozzarella. Mix until evenly combined.

• Spread the mixture onto the pizza pan, forming a 10-inch circle about ¼ inch thick.

• Bake for 14–15 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and firm.

3. Add Toppings

• Lower the oven temperature to 400°F (204°C).

• Spread the pizza sauce evenly over the crust.

• Sprinkle with mozzarella, cheddar, and your chosen toppings.

• Finish with a sprinkle of oregano.

4. Bake Again

• Return to the oven and bake for 10–15 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and melted.

5. Serve

• Let the pizza cool for a couple of minutes before slicing.

• Serve warm and enjoy your crispy, flavorful zucchini crust pizza!

Tips for the Best Zucchini Crust

• Drain the zucchini well: Place the shredded zucchini in a colander, sprinkle with salt, and let it rest for 20 minutes. Then, squeeze out as much moisture as possible with paper towels or a clean kitchen towel.

• Aim for golden brown: Bake the crust until it’s deeply golden and firm before adding your toppings.

Best Toppings

• Classic choices: Pepperoni, black olives, mushrooms, sausage, Canadian bacon, bell peppers, onion

• Creative combos: Pineapple and ham, bacon with mushrooms, or a veggie-loaded supreme

Timing

• Prep Time: 20 minutes (including zucchini draining)

• Cook Time: 25–30 minutes

• Total Time: ~50 minutes

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