Healthy and Refreshing Twists on Classic Recipes
With kiddos over for pool parties and sleepovers, there’s one food everyone is hungry for in the summer: pizza!
But who says that pizza has to be unhealthy? There are plenty of ways to enjoy this delicious dish without high sodium, sugar, and gluten. In fact, we can prove it!
We’ve pulled together three nutritious recipes that also happen to be gluten-free with Dare to Be Different Cauliflower Crust. These guilt-free pizzas are sure to WOW at your next summer get-together. Whether you are gluten-free, kosher, or simply health conscious, we’ve got you covered.
Vegan Sausage Pizza
Comfort food in the best way! The vegan sausage adds some substance, the red bell pepper adds a beautiful color, and the fresh basil is the perfect garnish. Additionally, using vegan sausage makes this pizza kosher since you are not combining meat and dairy. (Pro Tip: You can flip it around and use real sausage and vegan cheese, instead.)
Ingredients
- 1 Dare to Be Different Cauliflower Crust
- 3/4 cup Vegan Sausage , crumbled or roughly chopped (or sub store-bought plant-based sausage of choice)
- 1 cup favorite marinara / red sauce (or store-bought)
- 3-4 Tbsp Ricotta Cheese or store-bought vegan cheese (optional)
- 2 Tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 2 Tbsp oil (such as olive or avocado)
- 4-6 Tbsp water
- 1 Tbsp oil (or sub water but double the amount)
- 1 ½ cups sliced raw vegetables (we like red bell pepper and red onion)
- 1 healthy pinch salt
- 1 healthy pinch dried oregano
You can find the full instructions from our friends over at The Minimalist Baker.
Corn and Tomato Vegetarian Pizza
This pie is an explosion of summer flavor in every bite. The corn adds a subtle yet unique texture, and this dish only takes about 15 minutes to make. Now you can satisfy that craving in no time!
Extra points if you use farm fresh corn and tomato—both in season during August!
Ingredients
- 1 Dare to Be Different Cauliflower Crust
- 1 tablespoon sun dried tomato pesto
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 1-2 cherry/plum tomatoes
- 2-3 thinly sliced mushrooms champignon canned or sauteed raw
- 1 tablespoon corn
- ¼ onion thinly sliced
- 4 oz fresh mozzarella or more sliced
- salt and pepper to taste
- garnish with fresh basil or parsley leaves
Check out the full recipe at The Yummy Bowl.
Veggie Lovers Pizza
Not enough greens on the last pizza? No problemo, we’ve got the perfect recipe for veggie lovers. This pizza has a little bit of everything, and we don’t mind. Feel free to get creative with this recipe as summer turns to fall by adding squash and red chili flakes!
Ingredients
- 1 Dare to Be Different Cauliflower Crust
- Olive oil to sauté and to drizzle
- 1/2 cup sliced red onions
- 1/4 teaspoon minced garlic
- 1/2 cup torn basil or herbs of choice
- 1/2 – 2/3 cup fresh diced tomatoes or canned tomatoes (drained)
- 1/2 cup sliced zucchini
- 1/3 to 1/2 cup sliced yellow squash (or other veggie of choice)
- Shredded leafy greens of choice (arugula, spinach, etc)
- 1/2 cup (2 ounces) crumbled feta or goat cheese (feel free to sub vegan cheese here too!)
- Cracked black pepper
- Dash sea salt
- Optional crushed red pepper chili flakes to top
- Optional protein add-ons: 6 oz cooked diced protein of choice (beef or chicken, tempeh, etc.)
Get the step-by-step recipe at Cotter Crunch.
Find the Perfect Crust
The key element for these recipes is a solid foundation AKA gluten-free crust. You’re in the right place because Dare to Be Different Broccoli and Cauliflower Crust pairs beautifully with whichever recipe you choose! We’ve even tried the crust with spicy mayo, and it passed the test! Not a pizza person? No hard feelings…maybe you’d like a gluten-free burger instead? Either way, spice up your summer with a yummy gluten-free recipe!
