PCOS Cast Iron Pizza - Cast Iron Skillet Pizza with Cauliflower Crust - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

PCOS Cast Iron Pizza - Cast Iron Skillet Pizza with Cauliflower Crust
Prep: 15 min
Cook: 30 min
Servings: 2
Dinner

This PCOS Cast Iron Pizza - Cast Iron Skillet Pizza with Cauliflower Crust is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 350 calories, 15g protein, and 30g carbs per serving. Ready in 45 minutes. High in fiber (5g), which supports insulin sensitivity.

Nutrition per Serving

350 Calories
15g Protein
30g Carbs
18g Fat
Grocery list: 1 medium cauliflower, mozzarella, Parmesan, dried oregano, kosher salt, garlic powder, eggs, marinara sauce, fresh basil. This recipe has a low GI due to the cauliflower crust.

Ingredients

  • 1 medium cauliflower (600g)
  • 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella (60g)
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan (25g)
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 2 eggs, lightly beaten
  • 1/2 cup marinara sauce (120g)
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella (100g), Fresh basil leaves for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Remove the stems from the cauliflower and cut into chunks, then pulse in a food processor until fine.
  3. Steam the cauliflower rice, then let it cool.
  4. Mix in the mozzarella, Parmesan, oregano, salt, garlic powder, and eggs.
  5. Transfer the mixture to a cast iron skillet and press evenly along the bottom.
  6. Bake for 20 minutes.
  7. Spread the marinara sauce over the crust, then sprinkle with mozzarella.
  8. Bake for another 10 minutes.
  9. Garnish with fresh basil before serving.
This PCOS-friendly pizza is not only delicious but also packed with nutrients beneficial for managing PCOS. Cauliflower is a low GI food that helps maintain stable blood sugar levels. The cheese provides calcium and protein, while the eggs offer a good source of vitamin D and B vitamins. This easy-to-make, personalized meal will leave you feeling empowered and in control of your diet.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, this PCOS Cast Iron Pizza - Cast Iron Skillet Pizza with Cauliflower Crust recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly. At 350 calories per serving with 15g of protein, it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health. It also provides 5g of fiber, which helps with insulin sensitivity.

This recipe takes about 45 minutes total. Prep time is 15 minutes and cook time is 30 minutes. It makes 2 servings, so you can meal prep for multiple days.

Per serving: 350 calories, 15g protein (17%), 30g carbs, 18g fat. Plus 5g fiber. PCOS meal plans typically aim for 30% protein, 35% fat, 35% carbs to support insulin sensitivity.

Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Dinner. At 350 calories, it fits within typical PCOS meal plan targets for Dinner. Pair it with other PCOS-friendly foods throughout the day for balanced nutrition.

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