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Gluten-Free Cauliflower Pizza Crust
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Gluten-Free Cauliflower Pizza Crust

This gluten-free pizza crust is easy to make, and thanks to its base of riced cauliflower, cheese, and herbs, it's full of flavor and nutrients, too!
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time45 minutes
Total Time1 hour
Course: Appetizer, Main Course, Side Dish, Snack
Cuisine: American, Italian, Mediterranean
Keyword: cauliflower, gluten-free, pizza dough
Makes: 1 ball (enough for one 10- to 12-inch pizza)
Cost: $7

Equipment

  • large rimmed baking sheet
  • parchment paper
  • Food processor
  • Skillet

Ingredients

  • 1 (2-pound) head cauliflower
  • 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 garlic clove, pressed or minced
  • ⅓ cup freshly crumbled soft goat cheese (chèvre)
  • ¼ cup finely shredded parmesan cheese
  • 1 large egg, beaten
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano, dried basil, or dried Italian herb blend
  • ½ teaspoon fine sea salt
  • ⅛ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Cut the cauliflower into small florets and place them in the bowl of a food processor. Pulse until the cauliflower is very finely chopped and looks like fluffed couscous. You should have 4 cups of cauliflower rice.
  • Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the garlic, cook for 1 minute, then add the cauliflower rice. Cook the cauliflower for 8 to 10 minutes, stirring often, until it is softened but not yet browned. Remove the pan from the heat and let it cool for a few minutes.
  • When it is cool enough to handle, dump the cooked cauliflower onto a clean dishtowel or a few layers of cheesecloth, pull up the corners, and squeeze out as much liquid as you can. (It took me about 5 minutes of squeezing.)
  • Dump the squeezed cauliflower rice into a large bowl, and add the goat cheese, Parmesan, egg, oregano, salt, and pepper. Using your hands, mix well until everything is evenly incorporated and the dough sticks together when you give it a pinch. Transfer the dough to the prepared baking sheet and press it out into an even 10- to 12-inch circle.
  • Bake the crust for 30 minutes or until it is golden brown and firm to the touch.
  • Remove it from the oven, top it with sauce, cheese, or anything you like, then bake it for 5 to 7 minutes more, just until the cheese is bubbly.
  • Remove the finished pizza from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.