Pizza lovers, rejoice! I'm introducing a healthy, raw pizza that satisfies your taste buds. Try this delightful Raw Pizza Crust topped with Sunflower Cheese and Kale Pesto. It's packed with nutrients, gluten-free, and bursting with flavor. Here’s how you can make it at home!
Raw Pizza Crust
Ingredients:
- 1 1/4 cup almond flour
- 1/4 cup ground flax
- 1/4 cup hemp seeds
- 1/4 cup sunflower seeds
- 1 medium red bell pepper
- 1/2 cup organic strained tomato sauce
- 1/4 cup frozen sweet corn
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 1/2 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tbsp dried rosemary
- 1/4 tsp fennel seeds
Instructions:
- Process all ingredients except the almond flour in a food processor until well combined.
- Mix in the almond flour with a spatula until the mixture resembles a dough.
- Split the dough in half and spread evenly on two separate dehydrator sheets, about 1/2 inch thick.
- Dehydrate at 130°F for 6 hours.
- Once dehydrated, spread sunflower cheese and kale pesto on the crust. Top with basil leaves and sliced cherry tomatoes.
Sunflower Cheese
Ingredients:
- 1 cup sunflower seeds, soaked overnight*
- 1/4 cup sesame seeds, soaked overnight*
- 1 large lemon, juiced
- 1 clove garlic
Instructions:
- Drain the seeds and add all ingredients to a blender.
- Blend until smooth.
*Note: if you want a quicker method to soften the seeds, you can soak in boiling water for 30 minutes.
Kale Pesto
Ingredients:
- 2 cups fresh basil
- 2 cups fresh curly kale, packed
- 3 cloves garlic
- 2 cups pine nuts
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 lemon, juiced
Instructions:
- Add all ingredients to a food processor and process until everything is broken down, leaving a chunky texture. For a smoother pesto, use a blender.
Pizza Assembly:
- Spread the sunflower cheese evenly over the raw pizza crust.
- Add a generous layer of kale pesto.
- Top with fresh basil leaves and sliced cherry tomatoes
Enjoy your nutritious, delicious raw pizza! This recipe not only provides a wholesome meal, but also keeps your diet clean and raw. Perfect for summer gatherings or a healthy dinner alternative!