Spaghetti Squash Pizza Crust
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4.6
Spaghetti Squash Pizza Crust
Description
The recipe starts by roasting spaghetti squash and extracting its cooked strands. These are mixed with a flaxseed egg substitute made from ground flaxseed and water, along with chili powder, garlic powder, and ground oregano. The mixture is formed on parchment-lined baking sheets into a pizza shape about an inch thick, then baked at a high temperature until golden and set.
Once partially baked, toppings such as pizza sauce, shredded cheese, and fresh basil are added. The pizza returns to the oven to melt the cheese and crisp the edges further. The resulting crust is tender but sturdy enough to hold toppings, with subtle seasoning and a slight chili kick from the powder.
This dish makes a satisfying meal alternative, accommodating those avoiding traditional flour-based doughs. Leftovers keep well refrigerated and reheat in the oven to maintain texture.
The recipe efficiently uses common spices to enhance the mild squash base. The baking process ensures a pleasant golden color and structure.
Ingredients
- 1 spaghetti squash roasted (I used my ring method, large
- 1 Flaxseed 1 Tablespoon ground flaxseed + 3 Tablespoons water, used as egg substitute
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon oregano ground
Topping Ideas
- pizza sauce
- basil fresh leaves
- cheese dairy or non-dairy, grated or shredded
- chicken sausage sliced, or vegan sausage, cooked
- roasted veggies sliced
- crushed red pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, mix together the squash, flax egg, chili powder, garlic powder, and oregano.
- On the prepared baking sheet, form the squash mixture into a pizza of your desired shape, about 1 inch thick.
- Bake the crust just until it starts to turn golden, about 30 minutes. Remove it from the oven, add your desired toppings, and return it to the oven. I added pizza sauce, shredded mozzarella and fresh basil.
- Cook until the edges are golden brown, 10 to 15 minutes more. Slice and serve warm. Leftover pizza will keep in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days. Reheat it in the oven at 350°F.
Notes
- Leftover pizza can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- Reheat leftovers in the oven at 350°F to help maintain the crust's texture.
- The recipe originally appeared with permission from Just the Good Stuff by Rachel Mansfield.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 1small pizza
Amount Per Serving
Calories 279 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1crust w/o toppings | |
| Calories | 279kcal | 14% |
| Carbohydrates | 65g | 22% |
| Protein | 7g | 14% |
| Fat | 3g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Sodium | 55mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 15g | 60% |
| Sugar | 25g | 50% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
4.6
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