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Quinoa Crust for Pizza or Cheesy Garlic 'Bread' Recipe
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Quinoa Crust for Pizza or Cheesy Garlic 'Bread' Recipe

This recipe crafts a quinoa-based crust suitable for pizza or cheesy garlic bread, using toasted quinoa combined with eggs, olive oil, herbs, baking powder, and shredded Italian blend cheese. The quinoa provides a toasted, nutty base that becomes firm and slightly crisp after baking, making a gluten-free alternative to traditional dough.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
50 mins
Total Time
1 hr
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 169 kcal
Course: Main Course, Appetizer, Bread, Dinner
Cuisine: Italian, American

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup quinoa
  • 3 tsp. olive oil divided
  • 1 cup water
  • 2 egg large
  • 1 ½ tsp. garlic salt
  • ½ tsp. dried oregano leaves
  • ½ tsp. basil dried leaves
  • ½ tsp baking powder
  • ¼ cup Italian-blend cheese pizza-blend or mozzarella would be good too, shredded
  • cheese shredded Italian-blend cheese (1/2 cup), for cheesy garlic bread, optional; pizza sauce for dipping
  • pizza sauce shredded Italian-blend cheese (1/2 cup), for cheesy garlic bread, optional; pizza sauce for dipping
  • pizza sauce ½ cup shredded Italian-blend cheese, and your favorite pizza toppings, 1/3 cup, for pizza, optional

Instructions

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  1. Place the uncooked quinoa into a fine mesh strainer and run under cool water for about a minute until water runs clear. Shake off as much excess liquid as possible. Add the rinsed quinoa and 2 tsp. olive oil to a medium sauce pot. Turn the heat to medium high and stir occasionally for 6-7 minutes. The excess moisture will evaporate and the quinoa will begin to toast.
  2. Carefully add the water to the toasted quinoa and cover. Bring to a boil then reduce to a simmer. Let the quinoa cook for about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove the lid and turn the heat to low. Cook 5 more minutes, stirring occasionally (evaporating excess moisture). Transfer the cooked quinoa to a large bowl and let it cool for at least 10 minutes.
  3. Preheat oven to 425 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and spray with cooking spray.
  4. In a small bowl, add the eggs, 1 tsp. olive oil, garlic salt, oregano, basil, and baking powder. Whisk until well combined.
  5. Add the cheese to the quinoa. Stir to combine. Add the egg mixture to the quinoa. Stir until well combined.
  6. Spread the quinoa dough into a ¼ inch, even layer on the parchment paper. I made cheesy bread sticks so I made a 10 x 7 inch rectangle. Bake for 18-20 minutes, edges should begin to brown.
  7. Top with the pizza, or garlic bread, toppings and return to the oven for 5 minutes.
  8. Let the pizza, or garlic bread, cool for 5 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1portion = 1/4 of the crust (without toppings) Calories 169kcal (8%) Carbohydrates 14.9g (5%) Protein 7.4g (15%) Fat 8.8g (14%) Saturated Fat 2.3g (12%) Fiber 1.7g (7%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4 servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 169

% Daily Value*

Serving 1portion = 1/4 of the crust (without toppings)
Calories 169kcal 8%
Carbohydrates 14.9g 5%
Protein 7.4g 15%
Fat 8.8g 14%
Saturated Fat 2.3g 12%
Fiber 1.7g 7%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.