High-Protein Pepperoni Cauliflower Pizza

Satisfy your pizza cravings with this high-protein, low-carb alternative. Thick-cut roasted cauliflower steaks are topped with a protein-infused tomato sauce, melted cheese, and savory pepperoni.

Ingredients

• 1 head white cauliflower
• 1 scoop plain protein powder
• to taste water
• 1/2 cup tomato sauce
• 1/2 cup shredded cheese
• 12 slices pepperoni
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• to taste salt
• to taste black pepper
• optional fresh basil

Instructions

1. 1Slice and Oil the Cauliflower

   

   Wash the whole head of fresh white cauliflower thoroughly and use a sharp knife to cut it into thick, even slices through the core. Arrange them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, then use a silicone basting brush to coat the slices evenly with olive oil, salt, and black pepper before baking.

   Tip: Cut the slices carefully through the core so they hold together during baking rather than crumbling apart.
2. 2Mix Protein and Water

   

   Dilute the plain protein powder with a suitable amount of water in a pan, whisking or stirring continuously with a silicone spatula until completely smooth and free of lumps.

   Tip: Ensure there are no protein powder lumps left by thoroughly incorporating the water.
3. 3Thicken the Sauce

   

   Add the tomato sauce into the protein mixture inside the pan. Simmer over medium-low heat while stirring constantly with a spatula until the sauce reduces into a rich, thickened consistency.

   Tip: Simmer on medium-low heat and stir constantly to prevent the protein-infused sauce from burning at the bottom.
4. 4Assemble and Bake

   

   Spread the thickened protein tomato sauce evenly over the roasted cauliflower slices, then top them generously with shredded cheese and round pepperoni slices before returning to the oven until fully melted and golden.

   Tip: Distribute the toppings evenly across each cauliflower steak to ensure every bite is packed with flavor.

Storage & Reheating

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