Chickpea Crust Pizza: 5 Reasons You'll Love this Healthy Twist!
This delicious chickpea crust pizza provides a healthy twist on a classic favorite. It's both gluten-free and packed with flavors for a satisfying meal.
Prep
: 10
Total
: 25 minutes
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1.5 cups chickpea flour also known as garbanzo bean flour
- 0.5 cup cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon mixed dried herbs such as oregano, basil
- 1 teaspoon salt kosher salt preferred
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
- 1.25 cups warm water
- 6 tablespoons olive oil extra virgin, divided
- 2 ounces grated Parmesan cheese finely grated
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
- 6 ounces mozzarella cheese shredded
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- In a large bowl, blend chickpea flour, cornstarch, dried herbs, salt, and pepper.
- Slowly add water and 2 tablespoons of olive oil to the mixture, stirring until smooth.
- Integrate grated Parmesan into the batter.
- Allow the batter to rest for a few minutes.
- Preheat the oven broiler to high. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in each of two 10-inch skillets over medium-high.
- Distribute the batter equally between the skillets, spreading evenly.
- Top with cherry tomatoes and mozzarella. Season with additional herbs and pepper.
- Cover and cook for 8 minutes, till set and lightly browned.
- Uncover and move to broiler for 3 minutes until cheese is golden.
- Cool briefly before cutting and serving.
Notes
This recipe can be easily modified with different toppings or cheese variations for unique flavors.