Diabetic-Friendly Pizza Recipe
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Diabetic-Friendly Pizza Recipe
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Category
Diabetic-Friendly
Servings
8
Low in Carbs: The almond flour crust keeps the carb count minimal.
Healthy Fats & Proteins: Cheese, almond flour, and toppings provide satiety and sustained energy.
Customizable: Add or swap toppings to fit your preferences or dietary needs.
Ingredients
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Ingredients For the Crust:
- 1 ½ cups almond flour
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 tablespoons cream cheese
- 1 large egg
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
- For the Sauce:
- ½ cup sugar-free tomato sauce or crushed tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
Directions
Instructions: Make the Crust
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
In a microwave-safe bowl, combine shredded mozzarella cheese and cream cheese. Microwave for 1 minute, stirring halfway, until melted.
Mix in almond flour, egg, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning to form a dough.
Place the dough between two sheets of parchment paper and roll it out into a thin circle or rectangle.
Transfer the dough (on parchment) to a baking sheet or pizza stone. Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until lightly golden.
Prepare the Sauce
In a small bowl, combine tomato sauce, olive oil, garlic powder, oregano, salt, and pepper.
Stir well and set aside.
Assemble the Pizza
Remove the crust from the oven and spread a thin layer of sauce over it.
Add your chosen toppings evenly across the pizza.
Sprinkle cheese over the toppings as desired.
Bake the Pizza
Return the pizza to the oven and bake for an additional 10-12 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
Serve and Enjoy
Let the pizza cool for a couple of minutes, then slice and serve. Garnish with fresh basil or arugula for extra flavor.
Recipe Note
Topping Suggestions
Proteins: Grilled chicken, turkey pepperoni, cooked ground beef, or turkey sausage
Veggies: Spinach, bell peppers, onions, mushrooms, zucchini, or olives
Cheese: Fresh mozzarella, Parmesan, or feta
Extras: Fresh basil, arugula, or a sprinkle of chili flakes
stimated Carbs per Ingredient (Full Recipe)
Crust:
Almond flour (1 ½ cups): ~9g net carbsMozzarella cheese (2 cups): ~2g carbsCream cheese (2 tbsp): ~1g carbsEgg (1 large): ~0.5g carbsGarlic powder & Italian seasoning: ~0.5g carbs
Crust Total: ~13g net carbs
Sauce:
Sugar-free tomato sauce (½ cup): ~4g net carbsOlive oil & seasonings: ~0g carbs
Sauce Total: ~4g net carbs
Toppings:
(These will vary based on your selection. Here's an estimate for some popular options.)
Grilled chicken (3 oz): ~0g carbs
Turkey pepperoni (1 oz): ~0.5g carbs
Veggies (e.g., ½ cup mixed peppers, onions, and mushrooms): ~5g carbs
Cheese (e.g., 1 cup fresh mozzarella or Parmesan): ~2g carbs
Toppings Total: ~7.5g net carbs (depends on the combination)
Per Serving Estimate
If you slice the pizza into 8 pieces:
~3g net carbs per slice
Adjustments for Even Lower Carbs
Skip higher-carb veggies like onions or sweet bell peppers, replacing them with spinach, arugula, or zucchini. Choose lean proteins with no added sugars (check labels for sausages and pepperoni).Use less sauce if needed, as even sugar-free tomato sauce contains natural carbs.