Carrot Pizza Crust with Carrot Sauce
This carrot pizza crust with carrot sauce is a healthy, veggie-packed twist on traditional pizza. Made with fresh carrots, almond flour, and a savory carrot-based sauce, it’s a gluten-free, flavorful, and creative meal perfect for a lighter dinner.
Ingredients
- For the Crust:
- 3 cups carrots finely grated
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup almond flour
- 1/2 cup shredded cheese or dairy-free alternative
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- For the Carrot Sauce:
- 2 cups carrots chopped
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1/2 cup vegetable broth
- Salt and herbs to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet.
- In a bowl, mix grated carrots, eggs, almond flour, cheese, and seasonings.
- Spread mixture into a thin, even crust on the baking sheet.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes until firm and lightly golden.
- Meanwhile, cook chopped carrots with olive oil and garlic in a saucepan for about 10 minutes.
- Add tomato paste and vegetable broth, then simmer for 5–7 minutes.
- Blend sauce until smooth and season to taste.
- Spread carrot sauce over baked crust.
- Add desired toppings.
- Bake again for 10–12 minutes until heated through.
- Let cool slightly, slice, and serve.
Notes
- Squeeze excess moisture from grated carrots for a firmer crust.
- Keep crust thin for best texture.
- Pre-bake crust fully before adding toppings.
- Customize toppings to your preference.
- Reheat in oven to maintain crispness.