Cauliflower Pizza Bites
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5.0
18 reviews
Excellent
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
5 mins
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Total Time
25 mins
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Servings
6 servings
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Calories
84 kcal
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Course
Side Dish
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Cuisine
American, International
Cauliflower Pizza Bites
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These low-carb cauliflower pizza bites are cheesy, healthy, and made with six simple ingredients. Each crispy cauliflower base is topped with marinara sauce and melted cheese. They are nutritious, keto, kid-friendly, and irresistibly delicious!
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Ingredients
- 1 large head of cauliflower
- 2 tablespoon avocado oil or olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ - 1 teaspoon salt or to taste
- ½ teaspoon black pepper or to taste
- 1 cup marinara or your favorite red sauce
- ⅓ - ½ cup mozzarella cheese
- ¼ cup Parmesan Cheese
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Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a large baking tray with parchment paper.
- Prepare the cauliflower by removing the stem, slicing it in half, and then cutting it into bite-sized flat discs. Do this by, laying each cauliflower half flat on a cutting board and slicing it horizontally into ½-inch, round-ish discs, similar in shape to traditional pizza crust. LOOK AT THE PICTURES!
- Evenly space out the cauliflower discs on the lined baking sheet and brush or spray both sides with avocado oil.
- Season the cauliflower with garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Roast in the oven for 20 minutes, flipping the cauliflower pieces halfway through, until they are golden and crispy.
- While the cauliflower is roasting, heat the marinara sauce on the stovetop or microwave until warm.
- Once the cauliflower is ready, remove it from the oven and place a spoonful of marinara sauce on each disc. Top with mozzarella and parmesan cheese. If desired, add mini cut-up pepperoni, bacon bits, ham, pineapple, or whatever you want!
- Place the baking sheet back in the oven on the broil setting at 500°F (260°C) for 1-2 minutes until the the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Top with fresh basil and enjoy!
Notes
- Watch Closely Under Broil: When using the broil setting to melt the cheese, keep a close eye on the bites to prevent burning. The broiling process happens quickly.
- Dry the Cauliflower: After cutting the cauliflower into discs, pat them dry with a paper towel. This helps to remove excess moisture, ensuring the cauliflower roasts and crisps up nicely.
- Mozzarella Cheese: Use any melty cheese, such as cheddar, provolone, Mexican blend, Swiss, gruyere, or a blend. I love sharp cheddar.
- Parmesan Cheese: Pecorino Romano or Asiago cheese are good alternatives to Parmesan. Try nutritional yeast for a dairy-free option that adds a cheesy flavor.
- Marinara Sauce: Experiment with different pasta sauces, such as pesto, Vodka, or Alfredo, for a unique twist.
- Vegan Option: Making cauliflower pizza bites vegan is a great idea, and you can easily swap out the mozzarella cheese with plant-based melting cheese and the parmesan with nutritional yeast.
- Storing: To store cauliflower bites, allow them to cool to room temperature and then transfer them to an airtight container. Refrigerate the bites for up to 3-4 days.
- Reheating: When reheating, place them in an oven, toaster oven, or air fryer at 300°F to maintain crispiness. Microwaving will cause the bites to become too soft.
- Serving Size: 1 serving size is about 8 cauliflower bites.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
84kcal
(4%)
Carbohydrates
1g
(0%)
Protein
3g
(6%)
Fat
7g
(11%)
Saturated Fat
2g
(10%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
1g
Monounsaturated Fat
4g
Cholesterol
8mg
(3%)
Sodium
397mg
(17%)
Potassium
84mg
(2%)
Fiber
0.7g
(3%)
Sugar
1g
(2%)
Vitamin A
164IU
(3%)
Vitamin C
2mg
(2%)
Calcium
85mg
(9%)
Iron
0.3mg
(2%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 6servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 84 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 84kcal | 4% |
| Carbohydrates | 1g | 0% |
| Protein | 3g | 6% |
| Fat | 7g | 11% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Cholesterol | 8mg | 3% |
| Sodium | 397mg | 17% |
| Potassium | 84mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 0.7g | 3% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 164IU | 3% |
| Vitamin C | 2mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 85mg | 9% |
| Iron | 0.3mg | 2% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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