ZUCCHINI CRUST PIZZA

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My mother-in-law shared the recipe for this unique pizza with me. It's just right for brunch, lunch or a light supper. Loosen the nutritious zucchini crust from the pan with a metal spatula. -Ruth Denomme, Englehart, Ontario

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 45m

Yield 6 slices.

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 cups shredded zucchini (1 to 1-1/2 medium), squeezed dry
1/2 cup egg substitute or 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese, divided
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided
2 small tomatoes, halved and sliced
1/2 cup chopped red onion
1/2 cup julienned bell pepper
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
Chopped fresh basil, optional

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450°. In a large bowl, combine first 4 ingredients; stir in 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese and 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese. Transfer to a 12-in. pizza pan coated generously with cooking spray; spread to an 11-in. circle., Bake until golden brown, 13-16 minutes. Reduce oven setting to 400°. Sprinkle with remaining mozzarella cheese; top with tomatoes, onion, pepper, herbs and remaining Parmesan cheese. Bake until edges are golden brown and cheese is melted, 10-15 minutes. Sprinkle with chopped fresh basil, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 188 calories, Fat 10g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 30mg cholesterol, Sodium 514mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 14g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

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