Margherita pizza

Margherita Pizza is a classic dish of Italian cuisine that can be adapted for the keto diet using low-carb ingredients.

In this article, we will explain how to prepare a keto version of pizza using almond and coconut flour.

Dough

For the dough, you will need the following ingredients: almond flour (150g), coconut flour (15g), baking powder (half a teaspoon or 1g), psyllium husk (3g), eggs (2) and water (14g).

Start by mixing almond flour, coconut flour, baking powder, and psyllium husk in a large bowl. These ingredients will form the base of your dough.

Then add the eggs and water to the dry mixture. Mix all the components well until you get a uniform dough.

If the dough seems too dry, you can add a little water, but watch the consistency. It should be elastic but not sticky.

Sauce

Now, let’s move on to preparing the sauce. You will need crushed tomatoes (120g), fresh basil (2g), salt to taste, and a clove of garlic (3g). In a small saucepan, put the crushed tomatoes and add finely chopped garlic. Mix well and bring to a simmer over medium heat.

Once the sauce starts to simmer, reduce the heat and add fresh basil. Let the sauce simmer for a few minutes to blend the flavors. Don’t forget to add salt to taste. When the sauce is ready, remove it from the heat and let it cool slightly.

Toppings

For the toppings, you will need cherry tomatoes (50g) and mozzarella cheese balls (70g). Wash the cherry tomatoes and cut them in half. You can also leave the mozzarella whole or cut it into small pieces, depending on your preference.

Assembling the Pizza

Now that all the components are ready, you can start assembling the pizza. Preheat the oven to 220°C. On a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, place the dough and roll it out into a circle, trying to make it evenly thick.

Evenly spread the sauce on the rolled-out dough, leaving some space around the edges. Top with the sliced cherry tomatoes and mozzarella balls. Place the pizza in the preheated oven and bake for about 15-20 minutes until the crust is golden and the cheese is melted.