A low carb eggplant pizza recipe that uses sliced eggplant instead of a carb-heavy breaded crust. Tons of flavor and super simple to assemble, this recipe is gluten-free, vegetarian and vegan-friendly.
Does anyone else feel like eggplant is a forgotten veggie? I mean, besides the eggplant emoji, when is the last time you thought about eggplant? Or purchased eggplant? Or maybe you’ve n
I remember the first time I tried eggplant… it was post-college and layered with cheese and basil and pan-fried to perfection. I loved it, but if I’m being honest, eggplant isn’t a veggie I buy on the regular.
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But lately, Isaac and I have been low-key obsessed with this eggplant pizza, so I see a lot more eggplant in my near future.
Eggplant is a great “vehicle” for flavor. What do I mean by this? It’s pretty mild on its own so it pairs really well with complex flavors, making it a great base for a recipe! I had the idea of creating a pizza using eggplant as the crust one weekend when pizza was on my brain. I love that this pizza is easily made low carb by using eggplant
It’s definitely more of a fork and knife pizza, but trust me when I say that it’s really delicious and just like regular pizza. And you can top it with anything you desire! I made this veggie version to share, but I’ve also made a meat version with chicken sausage from our local farmers market and it was phenomenal. If you want a little more protein, follow the instructions for how to add ground meat (or veggie crumbles) to the recipe.
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Eggplants are very nutrient dense – meaning they pack a lot of vitamins and minerals in without a ton of calories. They’re low in carbs, but high in fiber, folate, potassium and manganese along with other vitamins and minerals. One important thing to note: eggplant, just like tomatoes, potatoes, peppers and tomatillos, are in the nightshade family. Nightshades are typically safe to consume but they do containalkaloids so if you’re someone who struggles with autoimmune conditions, IBS or other food sensitives consuming nightshades might contribute to your condition. Learn more about nightshades here.
Because of eggplant’s texture, flavor and ability to replace higher-calorie foods, eggplants are great to incorporate when trying to lose weight – and this recipe is the perfect example! Instead of making or ordering pizza with a doughy crust loaded with calories, you can easily make this eggplant pizza that is packed with fiber, vitamins, and minerals! All the pizza flavor is still there — you’re just replacing the crust with something a bit healthier.
There is a myth that raw eggplant ispoisonous. This isn’t true, however, the leaves and flowers of the plant can be toxic. And like I mentioned above, plants in the nightshade family, all contain alkaloids. One alkaloid present in eggplant is called solanine and it can be poisonous when consumed in extremely large quantities.
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So yes, eggplant is okay to consume raw, but at the end of the day it tastes much better cooked – plusthere are so many ways to cook it! You can eat the skin and the small seeds, just make sure you cut off the green stem on the top. You can cut it into strips (lengthwise) or into rounds (widthwise). Bake it, roast it, grill it, pan-fry it… so many options. As for peeling eggplant, you certainly don’t have to peel them – it’s really your choice. The skin is completely edible, but sometimes with larger eggplants, the skin can be a little tough and you may want to consider peeling.
For this low carb eggplant pizza recipe I didn’t find the skin to be too tough, but if you’re using a large eggplant and don’t want to deal with biting through the tough skin, go ahead and peel your eggplant before using it in this recipe.
A low carb eggplant pizza recipe that uses sliced eggplant as the crust instead of a carb-heavy breaded crust. Tons of flavor and super simple to assemble, this recipe is vegetarian and vegan-friendly.
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Serving: 1 /2 of recipe | Calories: 331 kcal | Carbohydrates: 25 g | Protein: 17 g | Fat: 19 g | Sodium: 791 mg | Fiber: 9 g | Sugar: 15 g
Hey there, I’m Brittany, the creator of Eating Bird Food, cookbook author, health coach and mama of two littles. Here you’ll find quick and easy recipes that make healthy fun and enjoyable for you and your family!Simple to make, this easy eggplant pizza recipe is a healthier way to enjoy one of your favorite foods. All the flavor but lower in carbs and calories, this vegetarian dish is loaded with the good stuff!
We like to serve these up as a tasty dinner with favorite sides and they are perfect for a lunch. You can easily serve these up as an appetizer too with some fresh salad.
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Once made, these mini eggplant pizzas will keep well in the fridge for a couple of days. Reheat them in the oven on a baking sheet at 400F for 3 to 5 minutes to warm through.
We prefer not to peel the eggplant, the skin helps to hold the pizza bites together and stops them from falling apart when you pick them up. Plus the skin contains a lot of vitamins and nutrients!
Get all that pizza flavor in a healthier way with these eggplant pizza bites. Easy to make and fun to serve, it’s a great way of getting som extra veggies on to your family’s plates! If you enjoyed this vegetable pizza idea, you might also enjoy my Portobello Mushroom Pizzas!
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Easy to make and fun to eat, these mini eggplant pizzas are a great healthy alternative. Cheesy and delicious, everyone will love them!
Calories: 603 kcal , Carbohydrates: 21 g , Protein: 30 g , Fat: 46 g , Saturated Fat: 15 g , Polyunsaturated Fat: 4 g , Monounsaturated Fat: 26 g , Cholesterol: 62 mg , Sodium: 1173 mg , Potassium: 930 mg , Fiber: 8 g , Sugar: 12 g , Vitamin A: 900 IU , Vitamin C: 9 mg , Calcium: 884 mg , Iron: 2 mgEggplant Pizza is a low-carb alternative to the traditional version, using sliced eggplant as the pizza crust. You’ll enjoy all the pizza flavor you love, while getting extra veggies in each bite. Plus, you don’t have to mix together a pizza dough!
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I originally came up with this recipe back in 2011, when I was craving an English muffin-style pizza that I used to make as a kid. I figured, sliced eggplant was a similar shape to an English muffins, so why not try using it as a pizza base?
The result is definitely not as sturdy as a traditional pizza crust (I tend to eat these with a knife and fork) but it’s a lot less labor intensive than making my famous cauliflower pizza crust, or even an almond flour pizza crust.
Eggplant pizza can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days. To reheat, place the pizza in a preheated oven to warm up for 5 to 10 minutes at 400ºF.
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Looking for other ways to satisfy your pizza cravings? Try Cauliflower Steak Pizzas or Zucchini Boat Pizza for a similar veggie-forward concept, or try my Almond Flour Pizza or Socca Pizza for more of a traditional crust.
Instead of using marinara sauce, you can make a pesto eggplant pizza, using your favorite pesto sauce. Try my Zucchini Pesto, Broccoli Pesto, or Kale Pesto if you want to change things up!
Eggplant pizza is a low-carb alternative to the traditional version, featuring sliced and roasted eggplant, loaded up with your favorite pizza toppings. It's easier than stirring together a pizza dough!
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Nutrition information is for 1/4 of the entire recipe, about 3 slices of eggplant pizza. This will vary based on how many slices you get out of your eggplant, and the toppings you choose. This information is automatically calculated, and is just an estimate, not a guarantee.
Calories: 126 kcal , Carbohydrates: 8 g , Protein: 6 g , Fat: 8 g , Saturated Fat: 3 g , Polyunsaturated Fat: 1 g , Monounsaturated Fat: 4 g , Cholesterol: 17 mg , Sodium: 214 mg , Potassium: 326 mg , Fiber: 4 g , Sugar: 5 g , Vitamin A: 234 IU , Vitamin C: 4 mg , Calcium: 118 mg , Iron: 1 mg
If you try this Eggplant Pizza recipe, please leave a comment below letting me know how you like it. And if you make any other modifications, I’d love to hear about those, too!
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