Pizza bake with zucchini crust. Zucchini Pizza Crust Recipe – low-calorie pizza, made with zucchini crust, topped with fresh tomatoes and cheese. Yes, absolutely, you can freeze this zucchini pizza crust once it is baked and before you add the toppings. This makes it perfect for meal planning.
Ingredients of Pizza bake with zucchini crust
- You need 4 c of shredded unpeeled zucchini (about 2 large zucchini).
- You need 1/2 tsp of salt.
- It’s 1/2 c of Italian style bread crumbs.
- Prepare 1 tsp of minced garlic.
- It’s 2 of eggs lightly beaten.
- You need 1/2 c of grated parmesan cheese.
- Prepare 3 c of shredded mozzarella cheese.
- Prepare 1 c of shredded Monterey Jack cheese.
- You need 1 tsp of olive oil.
- It’s 1 lb of ground beef.
- It’s 1/2 of an onion, chopped.
- It’s to taste of Salt & pepper.
- It’s 1 (15 oz) of can tomato sauce.
- It’s 1 tsp of Italian seasoning.
- It’s 1/2 c of sliced fresh mushrooms.
- You need 1/2 c of sliced black olives.
I made the 'crust' more like – crust. This zucchini crust pizza is the perfect solution for all those who are on a diet but can't give up their pizza. Recipe for Zucchini Crust Pizza- gluten-free adaptable. Photographs and Weight Watchers SmartPoints information included.
Pizza bake with zucchini crust step by step
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees..
- Place zucchini in a colander and sprinkle with salt. Let drain for 15 minutes then squeeze out the moisture..
- Combine zucchini, eggs, parmesan, 1 c mozzarella and 1/2 c Monterey Jack, bread crumbs and garlic in a large bowl. Press the mixture into a lightly greased 9×13 baking dish. Bake uncovered in the preheated oven for 20 minutes..
- Cook ground beef and onion in a large skillet over medium high heat with olive oil. Heat until cooked through and no longer pink. Drain and discard any excess grease. Stir in tomato sauce, salt & pepper (to taste) and Italian seasoning..
- Spoon meat mixture over baked zucchini crust. Sprinkle remaining mozzarella and Monterey Jack over top. Top with mushrooms and olives..
- Bake for 20 mins or until heated through. Let stand for 5 minutes before serving..
- All done!.
I shared my version of Cauliflower Crust Pizza a couple of years ago, and it was quite the hit with RecipeGirl readers. This Zucchini Pizza Crust recipe is gluten-free and flavored with savory herbs of thyme and oregano. Place zucchini mixture on the pizza pan, spreading out to the edges of the pan. Top with pepperoni and/or other pizza toppings. Looking for something new for dinner?