Cheesy Cauliflower Pepperoni Pizzas - Easy Healthy Recipe! (2024)

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30 Minute Low Carb Cauliflower Steak Pepperoni Pizzas, only 116 calories per serving!

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30 Minute Low Carb Cauliflower Steak Pepperoni Pizzas using only 6 ingredients. Pizza night just got a healthy upgrade, these Cauliflower Pizzas are 116 calories per serving and downright delicious!

Cauliflower “Steaks” … you guys!!! If you haven’t made them before, OMGeee!!

I use to make them a lot a couple years ago, but for whatever reason I stopped last year. Well, I’m bringing them back and today’s Cauliflower game is strong!

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There is just something about roasted cauliflower that makes my tummy and heart happy. Well, really it’s any veggie that’s roasted because all the natural sweetness of that particular vegetable comes out in the roasting process. But, my favorite way to eat cauliflower is when it’s roasted.

In order to get those nice thick “steaks” you have to be pretty careful when slicing the head of the cauliflower. I usually use a pairing knife to cut the leaves off the bottom of the cauliflower. Just be careful not to cut too much of the core, because the core will help hold your cauliflower “steaks” together. Once I have the leaves and part of the core removed I make a thin slice off one side of the cauliflower and then the other side so I have two flat sides. Then I cut each cauliflower steak about 1 – 1 1/2 inches thick, you should get between 3-4 steaks per head of cauliflower.

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This process works for me more times than not. The main trick it making sure you don’t cut too much of the core off or your steak will fall apart … ahem which truth be told, totally happened to me when I made them. Can you pick which cauliflower steak it is? (in the photo above) See, we all make mistakes.

Luckily this mistake can be covered in marinara sauce, cheese and pepperoni!

Woohoo!

When these babies are in your oven roasting they smell glorious but once you put them under the broiler to warm up the sauce, melt the cheese and make the pepperonis all nice and crispy they are down right irresistible!

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You will be shocked at how much you’ll love them. I know my mom was. She was giving me the stink eye as I was making these pizzas, kinda like a “sweetheart, pizza is not meant to be on a cauliflower” look and then she tried them after they came out of the oven. Her tune changed pretty fast.

She loved how easy it was to make, that it cut out the gluten factor, was low carb and the flavor was way better than she thought. We made a last minute game time decision to sprinkle each cauliflower steak with garlic powder for a little extra flavor and I’m so glad we did. That little touch totally amped up the flavor and made these scream pizza night!

So if you’re looking for a healthier way to do Friday night Pizza Night try out these Cauliflower Steak Pepperoni Pizzas. I guarantee you’ll love them and so will the kids!

Bon Appetit friends!

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Cauliflower Steak Pizzas

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  • Author: Krista @ JoyfulHealthyEats.com
  • Prep Time: 5 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins
  • Total Time: 35 mins
  • Yield: 6 1x
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Baked
  • Cuisine: American
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30 Minute Low Carb Cauliflower Steak Pepperoni Pizzas using only 6 ingredients. Pizza night just got a healthy upgrade, these Cauliflower Pizzas are 116 calories per serving and downright delicious!

Ingredients

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  • 6 (1″ thick) cauliflower steaks (I used about 2 heads of cauliflower)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 6 tablespoons marinara sauce
  • 6 tablespoons shredded mozzarella
  • 18 pepperonis

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
  2. Place cauliflower steaks on a baking sheet.
  3. Drizzle with olive oil and rub into cauliflower. Then sprinkle each cauliflower steak with garlic powder.
  4. Bake for 15 minutes.
  5. Remove from oven. Gently flip the cauliflower steaks and bake an additional 10 minutes.
  6. Remove from oven and top with 1 tablespoon of marinara sauce, 1 tablespoon of cheese and 2-3 pepperonis per “steak.”
  7. Turn broiler to HIGH.
  8. Place prepared cauliflower steak pizzas under broiler, until cheese is melted and pepperoni is crispy.
  9. Top with fresh basil. Serve!

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cauliflower pizza
  • Calories: 116
  • Sugar: 4 g
  • Sodium: 193 mg
  • Fat: 7 g
  • Saturated Fat: 2 g
  • Carbohydrates: 11 g
  • Fiber: 4 g
  • Protein: 7 g
  • Cholesterol: 9 mg

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  • 30 Minute Meals
  • Easy Healthy Dinners
  • Gluten-Free
  • Kid Friendly
  • Low Carb

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FAQs

Is cauliflower pepperoni pizza healthy? ›

Here's What a Dietitian Says. Though cauliflower crust isn't inherently healthier than traditional crust, it tends to be higher in protein and fiber. It's also higher in fat and cholesterol. Cauliflower pizza crust can fit gluten-free, diabetes-friendly, low carb, or weight loss diets.

Is homemade cauliflower pizza crust healthy? ›

If you are trying to avoid the effects of gluten and feel better in a healthy way while still enjoying pizza, cauliflower crust is a great option. Cauliflower crust has fewer calories than traditional crust. It also has also fewer carbohydrates for those trying to reduce carbs in their diet.

Is CAULIPOWER pizza healthy? ›

Nutrition-wise, each serving isn't too shabby either. For one serving, a CAULIPOWER pizza has 15 grams of fat (5 grams of saturated fat, 0 trans fats, 3.5 grams of polyunsaturated fat and 5 grams of monounsaturated fat), 3 grams of dietary fiber, only 2 grams of sugar, and a whopping 12 grams of protein.

How many calories are in a slice of pepperoni pizza with cauliflower crust? ›

Spin! Neapolitan Pizza
Nutrition Facts
For a Serving Size of 1 Slice
How many calories are in Classic Pepperoni Pizza Pizza on Cauliflower Crust, 12 inch? Amount of calories in Classic Pepperoni Pizza Pizza on Cauliflower Crust, 12 inch: Calories 140Calories from Fat 63 (45%)
% Daily Value *
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Can you eat cauliflower pizza everyday? ›

It just depends on how often and how much a person eats, Geiger said. Eating high-calorie, high-fat pizza (cauliflower or regular) every day wouldn't be recommended, but having pizza every once in a while is fine.

Why is cauliflower pizza so high in calories? ›

It all comes down to the other ingredients

Cauliflower Crust. Consider calories. We saw calorie counts range from 120 to 600 for one crust. That's due to their very different ingredients: Some have refined grains, eggs and cheese, or bean or nut flours, which add calories.

What is the healthiest type of pizza? ›

What's the healthiest pizza to eat? There are plenty of pizza choices that can be considered healthy. Some options that can easily fit into a nutritious and balanced diet include a thin-crust pizza and a cauliflower-crust pizza. Topping choices on the more nutritious side are vegetables, chicken, shrimp and cheese.

Is cauliflower pizza crust inflammatory? ›

Cauliflower is high in fiber which we all know is super important for our bodies. Fiber works to reduce inflammation and help your digestive system. Vegetables that are rich in fiber are also known to lower the risk of diabetes, cancer, and heart disease.

How many calories are in 2 slices of cauliflower pizza? ›

The Nutrition Facts of Cauliflower Pizza Crust

Our nutrition facts are measured out for a serving size of two pieces, which is one-sixth of the pizza. In those two slices are 110 calories, 3 grams of protein, and 2.5 grams of fat, including 1.5 grams of saturated fat.

Who has the healthiest pizza dough? ›

Simple Mills Pizza Dough Mix. If you want to knead the dough yourself so you can feel a little more like a home cook, this dough mix is incredibly healthy. With almond flour, coconut flour and flax meal, it even provides a little protein and minerals in every slice.

What is the healthiest thing to order from a pizza place? ›

Choose vegetables over meat

Vegetable toppings for pizza are always healthier than meat. Most restaurants will offer vegetable choices like spinach, tomatoes, peppers, and mushrooms. Mix and match your veggies to find the perfect and healthiest combination for you.

Is cauliflower pizza high in sugar? ›

At a Glance: Nutritional Value of Cauliflower Crust

2 grams of carbs. 7 grams of fat. 2 grams of fiber. 0 grams of sugar.

Can you eat cauliflower pizza on keto? ›

Is cauliflower pizza keto? Yes! The crust is low-carb and keto-friendly. The pizza itself can contain any toppings you choose, but meat, cheese, and veggies are all keto-friendly as well.

How many carbs in a 12 inch cauliflower pizza? ›

Neapolitan Pizza Veggie Pizza on Cauliflower Crust, 12 inch (1 Slice) contains 13g total carbs, 12g net carbs, 4g fat, 4g protein, and 110 calories.

Is pepperoni pizza healthy or unhealthy? ›

Treating yourself to pepperoni pizza once in a while will not put you at risk of major health issues. Only those who indulge in pepperoni challenges constantly may impact long-term health negatively. Although it is loaded with a bunch of benefits it has a lot of calories, sodium, and cholesterol.

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