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Mini Cauliflower Pesto Pizzas

Cultural Context

Mini Cauliflower Pesto Pizzas are a modern twist on traditional pizza, reflecting the growing trend of using vegetables as a base for healthier meals. Cauliflower crusts have gained popularity in recent years, especially among those seeking gluten-free options. This dish combines the classic flavors of pesto and cheese, making it a delightful and nutritious alternative to conventional pizzas, perfect for gatherings or a weeknight dinner.

Italian-AmericanUSmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
Trader Joe's cauliflower Slims
half a bag sliced White mushrooms
half a bag fire roasted bell peppers and onions
2 slices Black Forest ham
2 tablespoons vegan kale cashew and basil pesto
2 tablespoons shredded Pizza seasoned Toscano cheese

mozzarella cheese

🥗Healthier: part-skim mozzarella

💰Cheaper: provolone cheese

Part-skim mozzarella has fewer calories while maintaining similar melt quality.

parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: grana padano

Nutritional yeast is a dairy-free option that adds a cheesy flavor.

almond flour

🥗Healthier: coconut flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Coconut flour is lower in carbs, while all-purpose flour is more economical.

pesto

🥗Healthier: homemade pesto

💰Cheaper: store-bought pesto

Homemade pesto can be made with less oil and fresh ingredients.

1

Take out Trader Joe's cauliflower Slims from the package.

2

Toast the cauliflower Slims in a toaster oven on the highest setting for about 12 minutes until firm and slightly brown on the edges.

3

Saute half a bag of sliced White mushrooms until browned on each side.

4

Add half a bag of fire roasted bell peppers and onions to the mushrooms and continue to sauté until ready.

5

Dice 2 slices of Black Forest ham and add to the sautéed vegetables, stirring to combine.

6

Add 2 tablespoons of vegan kale cashew and basil pesto to the mixture and stir well.

7

Place the toasted cauliflower Slims on a baking sheet.

8

Spread about 2 tablespoons of the vegetable and ham mixture on each cauliflower Slim.

9

Sprinkle 2 tablespoons of shredded Pizza seasoned Toscano cheese on top of each pizza.

10

Broil the pizzas in the toaster oven for 3 minutes until the cheese is melted.

Cooking Techniques

steamingmixingbaking

Equipment Needed

toaster ovenbaking sheetsauté pan

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

milkeggstree-nuts

Also Known As

Cauliflower Pesto PizzasCauliflower Crust Pizzas

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