Mounjaro-Friendly Cauliflower Crust Pizza
This Mounjaro-friendly cauliflower crust pizza is a delicious, low-carb alternative to traditional pizza, packed with protein and fiber. Made with a crispy cauliflower crust and topped with lean protein and fresh veggies, it’s the perfect guilt-free way to enjoy pizza while supporting your weight loss journey.
Equipment
- Baking Sheet – To bake the cauliflower crust evenly.
- Parchment Paper – Prevents sticking and helps with easy cleanup.
- Mixing Bowls – For preparing the crust mixture.
- Cheese Grater – If using a block of cheese instead of pre-shredded.
- Oven – To bake the crust and melt the toppings.
- Spatula – To mix and spread ingredients evenly.
- Knife & Cutting Board – For chopping toppings like chicken, mushrooms, and spinach.
Ingredients
- For the Crust:
- 2 cups cauliflower rice steamed and squeezed dry
- 1 large egg
- ½ cup mozzarella cheese shredded
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- For the Toppings:
- ¼ cup sugar-free tomato sauce
- ½ cup grilled chicken chopped
- ¼ cup spinach fresh or sautéed
- ¼ cup mushrooms sliced
- ¼ cup mozzarella cheese shredded
- ¼ tsp red pepper flakes optional
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Prepare the crust: In a bowl, mix cauliflower rice, egg, mozzarella, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, and olive oil.
- Form the crust: Spread the mixture onto the lined baking sheet, forming a circle. Press firmly to make it compact.
- Bake the crust for 15 minutes, or until golden brown.
- Add the toppings: Spread the tomato sauce, then add grilled chicken, spinach, mushrooms, and extra cheese.
- Bake again for 10 minutes, until the cheese melts and toppings are heated.
- Slice and serve warm. Enjoy your Mounjaro-friendly pizza guilt-free!
Notes
✔ Meal Prep Tip: You can prepare the cauliflower crust in advance and store it in the fridge for up to 3 days.
✔ Variation: Try swapping grilled chicken for turkey pepperoni or adding fresh basil for extra flavor.
✔ Dairy-Free Option: Use dairy-free cheese or nutritional yeast instead of mozzarella.
✔ Variation: Try swapping grilled chicken for turkey pepperoni or adding fresh basil for extra flavor.
✔ Dairy-Free Option: Use dairy-free cheese or nutritional yeast instead of mozzarella.