Wholesome Gluten-Free Zucchini Pizza Base with Chia Seeds! ✨😋
ingredients:
2 cups (about 300g) shredded zucchini (from 1-2 medium zucchini)
1/4 cup (35g) chia seeds
1 cup (120g) gluten-free all-purpose flour blend (or oat flour)
2 tablespoons psyllium husk (optional, for extra structure)
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon sea salt
Pinch of black pepper
directions:
1. Prepare zucchini: Shred the zucchini using a box grater or food processor. Place the shredded zucchini in a fine-mesh sieve or nut milk bag and squeeze out as much liquid as possible. It's crucial to remove excess moisture for a crispy crust. You should have about 1 cup of squeezed zucchini.
2. Combine ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the squeezed zucchini, chia seeds, gluten-free flour blend, psyllium husk (if using), dried oregano, garlic powder, sea salt, and black pepper.
3. Mix dough: Stir everything together until a cohesive dough forms. Let the dough sit for 5-10 minutes to allow the chia seeds and psyllium husk to absorb moisture and help bind the crust.
4. Shape crust: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Transfer the dough to the center of the baking sheet. Use your hands or the back of a spoon to press the dough evenly into a circle about 1/4 inch (about 0.6 cm) thick.
5. Pre-bake crust: Bake the crust for 20-25 minutes, or until the edges are firm and starting to turn golden brown.
6. Add toppings: Remove the pre-baked crust from the oven. Add your desired pizza sauce and toppings.
7. Final bake: Return the pizza to the oven and bake for another 10-15 minutes, or until the toppings are heated through and cheese (if using vegan cheese) is melted and bubbly.
8. Serve: Let cool slightly before slicing and serving.
Recipe Information: Preparation Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 35-40 minutes | Total Time: 50-55 minutes | Calories per Serving: 180 | Number of Servings: 4
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