How to Make a Low Carb Pizza

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Pizza is the ultimate comfort food. But with the boom in low-carbohydrate and keto diets, it was obvious that many people are going to have a hard time with their beloved pizzas. The crust is loaded with carbs, as is the tomato sauce and some types of toppings, giving each slice 20-30 grams of carbohydrates on average.

So, what is a pound-shedding, carb-avoiding pizza lover to do? Fear not! You don’t have to ditch pizza to stay on track. Low-carb pizza is here to save the day. Whether you’re following a ketogenic lifestyle, managing dietary restrictions, or looking to lose a few pounds, there are some strategies that can help you meet those goals. 

From clever crust swaps to topping tips, these ideas will help you stay on track without sacrificing flavor:

  • Have your pizza, but have less of it. You can cut your carbohydrate intake in half if you eat half a normal serving. Bulk up your meal with some salad, and you may not even miss it. Cutting your portion size goes a long way if you are counting your macros or calories.

  • Make your crust as thin as possible. You will still need it substantial enough to hold up to toppings you add, but you can reduce the amount of carbs by reducing the amount of crust in your pizza.

  • Make a low-carb pizza crust. We have a recipe for a low-carb pizza that is a substitute for the typical white flour crust.

  • Use alternative ingredients for your basic white-flour pizza crust. Options include almond flour crusts, cauliflower crusts, or coconut flour crusts. Give your pizza a minute or two after baking to set up when using alternative flour bases.

  • You can make a whole-wheat pizza crust by using whole grains in your dough. Substitute whole wheat flour for some or all of the white flour to increase the amount of whole grains in your pizza, thereby lowering your carb intake.

  • Use a white sauce instead of a higher-carb red sauce. If red sauce is a must, use a low-sugar version and spread it thin to cut the carbs while keeping that classic pizza tase. 

  • Load up your pizza with low-carb alternatives, like meats and vegetables. Good choices include pepperoni, sausage, bacon, mushrooms, bell peppers, spinach, and olives. These add bold taste without the added carb burden.

  • Go heavy on the cheese to add in more flavor and texture without added carbs. In addition to mozzarella, throw on some parmesan, feta, or cheddar.

  • Flavor is king so toss on some extra seasoning. Boost the flavor of your pizza with garlic powder, oregano, basil, and red pepper flakes.  

  • Eliminate the crust all together. You can make a pizza-like dish by loading your pizza toppings into a small casserole dish and baking. In reality, this is nothing like an actual pizza, but it does give you some of those “pizza” flavors and can head off a major pizza craving before it gets the best of you.

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