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    Home » Recipes » Low Carb Recipes

    Spinach Pizza Crust-Low Carb Pizza Crust

    August 31, 2015 Updated: September 14, 2021 By Katie Crenshaw 10 Comments

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    This spinach pizza crust is a low carb pizza crust recipe.  Add your favorite pizza toppings and it tastes just like a real pizza. #lowcarb #lowcarbpizza #aforkstale
    This spinach pizza crust is a low carb pizza crust recipe.  Add your favorite pizza toppings and it tastes just like a real pizza. #lowcarb #lowcarbpizza #spinachcrustpizza
    Low Carb Spinach Pizza Crust

    This spinach pizza crust is a low carb pizza crust recipe.

    Add your favorite pizza toppings and it tastes just like a real pizza on a flat bread, but no guilt. You will love it!

    spinach crust pepperoni pizza

    So if I told you, you could eat pizza guilt free and it will still taste good, would you believe me?  

    Believe me, you can. And it will not only taste good, it will taste AMAZING!! I promise.

    Watch how to make low carb pizza crust

    So it's green… And the green is spinach… Does this make you doubtful?

    How can healthy spinach possibly turn into something that resembles a pizza crust, right?

    It's magic! Seriously, once cooked, the spinach does not have much of a taste, and the cheese in the spinach crust gives it the flavor.

    It resembles  a tortilla. It is pliable, thin, and stable like a tortilla, but not crispy and firm like a true pizza crust.

    ingredients for spinach crust pizza- spinach, egg, Parmesan, basil, oregano

    Ingredients

    You will need the following ingredients to make this spinach pizza crust.

    • raw spinach-Do not use frozen spinach.
    • egg
    • fresh grated parmesan- Do not use the powder parmesan. It will not work out.
    • basil-I use dried basil, but you can use fresh.
    • oregano- I use dried oregano, but you can use fresh.
    Step By Step images on How to make spinach low carb pizza crust

    Steps

    Making spinach low carb pizza crust is easy with these simple steps:

    1. Add all of the ingredients for the crust in a food processor.
    2. Spread it out on parchment paper with a spatula. ( Parchment paper is a must! Or you will have a sticky mess.)
    3.  Bake in oven at 425 for at least 15 minutes or until sides get a little brown.
    4. Let cool. Load with your favorite pizza sauce. Then add your favorite toppings. This is when you can get creative and make all kinds of fun pizzas.
    5. Bake in oven until toppings are cooked.
    6. Once removed from oven, let it rest for 5 minutes. This is the tricky part because it looks so good. But if you let it rest, and then slice it, your pizza will be able to be picked up with your hand.  But if you can't wait, throw a slice on your plate and use a fork.

    Tips

    When you are spreading on the parchment paper, make sure there are no holes in your crust. The cheese and spinach need to cook together to firm into the crust. If there are small holes, it will not be able bind.

    Resting is important. If you let it rest it will firm enough for you to pick it up by the slice.

    Pepperoni, Mushrooms, and Onions over Low Carb Spinach Pizza Crust

    Why spinach crust?

    I am a huge pizza lover. I can't live without it.

    So when I ventured into a low carb diet, I had to figure a way to keep my indulgence without adding back in the carbs.

    After doing research of what others were doing, I came up with this low carb pizza crust recipe.

    I haven't regretted it. In fact, I have long gone gave up my low carb life style, but still eat this spinach crust.

    I try to cut carbs when I can. This is one recipe that I feel I can.

    I know there are those that are skeptical.

    Well, skeptical nonbelievers, try this recipe out. If you don't love it, call me out on it.

    I dare you. In fact, I double dog dare you!

    Because I am betting you will like it as much as we do, and you will be raving about how fabulous it is in my comment section later.

    This is really one of those low carb substitutes that really taste like what it is supposed to represent.

    Will it taste like something out of a pizzeria in Italy? No. Save eating the pizza from a really great pizzeria for a cheat day.

    But this recipe is fabulous for your day to day meals. I have loved this recipe so much I have made it for several friends and family.

    They have not only loved it, they have requested me to make it over and over again!

    Pineapple and Ham over Low Carb Pizza Crust

    For more low carb recipes, check out:

    • Low-Carb Creamy Bruschetta Chicken
    • Low Carb Carbonara
    • BLT Deviled Eggs
    •  Smoked Salmon Cream Cheese Cucumber Bites 
    • Chicken Pan Pizza
    • Cauliflower Potato Salad
    • Mexican Cauliflower Rice

    Please leave me a comment below if you make this low carb pizza and tell me what you thought about it. I would love to hear back, and so would my readers.

    Also post your picture of your spinach crust on Instagram or Facebook, and tag @aforkstale with #aforkstale hashtags! I will share with my followers! xoxo!

    low carb pizza crust made with spinach

    Low Carb Spinach Pizza Crust Recipe Without Flat Bread

    This low carb spinach pizza crust recipe with your favorite pizza toppings tastes just like a real pizza on a flat bread, but no guilt. You will love it!
    5 from 9 votes
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    Course: Low Carb
    Cuisine: Italian
    Prep Time: 5 minutes
    Cook Time: 15 minutes
    Total Time: 20 minutes
    Servings: 1 crust
    Calories: 470kcal
    Author: Katie Crenshaw

    Ingredients

    • 2 cups firmly packed fresh raw spinach
    • 1 egg
    • 1 cup parmesan *Use fresh grated parmesan.
    • ¼ teaspoon dry basil
    • ¼ teaspoon dry oregano
    • ¼ teaspoon salt
    • ¼ teaspoon pepper

    Instructions

    • Throw all ingredients into food processor.
    • Process until broken down, but not too soupy. Baby food consistency. (Using a blender will make it too soupy.)
    • Place on parchment paper and spread evenly with spatula from middle to out.
    • Bake at 450 for 15 minutes or until edges begin to lightly brown.
    • Top with your favorite toppings, then cook again until your cheese and toppings are cooked.

    Video

    Notes

    ( Parchment paper is a must! Or you will have a sticky mess.)
    *Use fresh grated parmesan. DO NOT USE POWDER!
    The nutrition is based off of one crust. The crust is big enough for 3-4 servings.

    Nutrition- Nutrition info is based on estimation only.

    Calories: 470kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 43g | Fat: 30g | Saturated Fat: 18g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 9g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 232mg | Sodium: 2293mg | Potassium: 494mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 6648IU | Vitamin C: 17mg | Calcium: 1271mg | Iron: 3mg
    Tried this recipe? I want to see it!Mention @aForksTale or tag #aForksTale!

    More Low Carb Recipes

    • Stuffed Jalapeños with Cheese and Ground Beef
    • Barbacoa Beef Recipe (Slow Cooker)
    • Cream Cheese Taco Dip
    • Stuffed Italian Sausage-3 Ingredient Recipe

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    1. karrie @ Tasty Ever After

      September 03, 2015 at 6:07 pm

      5 stars
      I believe you Katie! lol! I'm trying this spinach pizza crust and will get back to you with my verdict (although I'm sure I'll like it). Love pizza so much but many times it's hard for me to get through all that bread so this recipe makes me very happy. All of your pizzas look so good too, especially that ham and pineapple one. Yum!

    2. Melissa

      January 04, 2017 at 6:32 pm

      5 stars
      This crust is incredible! Followed instructions to the letter & I could pick it up by the slice! Even my partner who is NOT one for greenery, not only ate it but asked me to make it again. WIN!!!

    3. Kristin

      March 28, 2017 at 1:28 am

      5 stars
      This was absolutely amazing! I made half of a batch just to try it out- I couldn't make myself share! Thanks so much!

    4. Elaine

      September 13, 2017 at 5:41 pm

      5 stars
      This looks yummy - really like the crispy base!

    5. Pat

      November 06, 2017 at 6:09 pm

      5 stars
      truthfully I only tried this recipe because I had a big bag of spinach I needed to use. It was delicious! Followed the directions in the 'print recipe' section and used 450 degrees, I see above that it says 425. Did not notice that until later. I did not add any sauce, only because I did not have on hand, I think it would have made mine a little too 'wet'. I used mozzarella pepperoni and some cherry tomatoes. You actually can lift up the slice and eat it! Great alternative to all the cauliflower and cheese crusts out there.

    6. Alicia

      November 28, 2017 at 10:44 pm

      5 stars
      Just made this recipe and it turned out great! The pizza is so delicious!

    7. Zaden

      June 22, 2020 at 5:40 pm

      Is it possible to make multiple bases and freeze them or refridgerate them for topping and eating later in the week? I usually use mozzarella instead of parmesan and cook the base on both sides to really solidify it. Turns out great but for me the base making can be really stressful so I'd rather knock out a week's worth in one day but nowhere has notes on how long you can keep these things. Would love to hear your feedback. Thank you!

    8. Katie Crenshaw

      June 22, 2020 at 6:27 pm

      Hi Zaden, I have made multiple ones at a time and refrigerated them. I cooked them night before and added the toppings the next day. I would think they would keep up to 3 days in the refrigerator. I have also frozen them. I wrapped them with saran wrap and made sure they were completely covered. They thaw quickly. I just added the toppings and cooked the same way adding in a little more time. However, once frozen, they do break easy so you will have to put them in a place they won't be smashed or handled.

    9. Kayla DiMaggio

      September 16, 2021 at 4:21 pm

      5 stars
      I love that this is low carb! Such an easy and healthy dinner! We make pizza every Friday so I am glad to add this to our routine.

    10. Liz

      September 20, 2021 at 12:28 am

      5 stars
      I love spinach on my pizza, but never knew it would be so good as a crust!

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