Quinoa Flour Pizza Crust Recipe | Gluten-Free & Vegan - Simply Quinoa (2024)

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A quinoa flour pizza crust that is made with just easy 5 ingredients! This healthy pizza is gluten-free, vegan, oil-free and holds up to all your toppings!

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It's no secret that pizza is one of my favorite foods. Not only have I shared a bunch of pizza crust recipes on the blog before, but if you're following me on YouTube then you've probably seen them in a lot of my vlogs.

I can actually credit my 5-ingredient pizza crust for helping me launch this business. It was the first post of mine that really went “viral” and it's been a fan favorite ever since. And honestly? It's probably the recipe that I make most often.

The thing that's not so great? You have to soak your quinoa for a few hours. So I decided to create a new quinoa pizza recipe that uses quinoa flour as the base. It comes together much quicker, has an awesome texture and is just as healthy!

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The Benefit of Using Quinoa Flour

Last week I shared a post all about how to use quinoa flour and talked about why I love it so much. There are so many ways that you can use it, but I especially like it for pizza.

Quinoa flour is great for pizza because of its protein content. Gluten is a protein found in wheat and helps provide structure to baked goods, so when we're making something gluten-free, it can be really helpful to use high protein flours.

This recipe doesn't have the same pull and stretch that a gluten-based dough would but after it's baked it's nice and sturdy. It can hold up to all your favorite toppings, which to me, is really the test!

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Our New Favorite Gluten-Free Pizza Crust

I have loved all the pizza crusts I've shared on the blog so far, but this might just be my new favorite. It's only 5 ingredients, it's naturally vegan (and gluten-free), it's high protein and it's super simple to make.

It's also yeast-free, oil-free and nut-free which makes it great for so many diet types.

Best of all…it's actually healthy. Which means pizza whenever you want!

I'm all about making the traditionally unhealthy foods healthy so that even when you're following a specific diet you can still enjoy the foods you love. This is the ultimate example. Pizza all the time = winning in my book!

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How to Top Your Quinoa Flour Pizza

It's all about the toppings for me and I like things full. Like I want to fit on as much as I possibly can!

I'll share what's on top of this quinoa flour pizza, but I also want to give you some other ideas in case you need a little inspo.

Here are some of my favorite vegan pizza toppings:

  • Tomato sauce, broccoli, leeks & artichokes (the I used for one!)
  • Tomato sauce, sauteed kale, caramelized onions & mushrooms
  • BBQ sauce, tomatoes, shallots &chickpeas
  • Hummus, sliced tomato & sliced zucchini
  • Lentil bolognese & vegan cheese
  • Homemade pesto, asparagus, artichokes & arugula

But really, the possibilities are endless! Basically just choose your sauce, then your toppings and finish it up with some vegan cheese and you're good.

I mean the truth of it is…you can never go wrong with PIZZA!

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Quinoa Flour Pizza Crust

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A quinoa flour pizza crust that is made with just 5 ingredients! This healthy pizza is gluten-free, vegan, oil-free and super easy to make!

author: Alyssa

yield: 8 slices

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Prep: 5 minutes minutes

Cook: 40 minutes minutes

Total: 45 minutes minutes

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 400ºF and line a baking sheet with parchment.

  • In a large bowl, whisk together dry ingredients. Stir in warm water and mix until a sticky dough has formed.

  • Transfer dough to the baking sheet. Using wet hands, spread the dough out into a pizza shape, about 1/4" thick. Bake for 20 minutes.

  • Remove crust and top with sauce/pesto and toppings, and return to the oven for another 20 minutes. Allow to sit for 5 minutes before slicing and enjoying!

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Notes

* nutrition facts are based on 1 slice of crust (toppings not included)

Nutrition

Serving: 1slice | Calories: 94kcal | Carbohydrates: 16g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 1g | Sodium: 81mg | Potassium: 25mg | Fiber: 2g | Calcium: 20mg | Iron: 1mg

cuisine: American

course: Entree

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FAQs

Can I make quinoa flour from quinoa? ›

Turn the heat to medium and toast the quinoa until golden and popping, stirring frequently (about 5 minutes). Be careful not to burn. Pour the quinoa into a bowl and allow it to cool. Transfer the quinoa to a high-speed blender and blend until it becomes a fine powder (about 1 minute).

What is the healthiest flour to make pizza with? ›

Whole Grain pizza flour

The whole wheat flour pizza crust is also high in fibre and nutrients. You can make a whole grain pizza flour crispy crust.

What is vegan pizza crust made of? ›

Often times, pizza dough is naturally vegan. The basic pizza dough formula is just water, flour, yeast, and salt. The only times that eggs or dairy are used for a bread recipe is typically just for enriched doughs (like brioche or cinnamon rolls– which we have the vegan options for on the blog!).

What are 3 pizza crust alternatives? ›

Save time by swapping your regular pizza dough for simple substitutes. Our alternative bases include pitta bread, naan, puff pastry, wraps and polenta.

Does quinoa flour rise? ›

I don't love using gums, so I rely on high protein flours like quinoa flour. It helps to provide structure and rise to baked goods, while also adding protein and fiber on the nutrition side of things.

What flour do Italians use for pizza? ›

All Purpose Flour or Bread Flour mixed with Semola Remacinata di Grano Duro for thick crust pan pizza. “00” Farina di Grano Tenero mixed with Bread Flour for long rise, thin crust pizza (pizzeria style) “00” Farina di Grano Tenero for fresh, egg pasta.

What is the best flour for crispy pizza crust? ›

Looking to make a basic pizza crust, one with a crispy bottom, a little bit of chew, and enough strength that the slices won't get floppy under all that sauce and cheese? For a no-fuss crust, you need a workhorse flour, and that's all-purpose flour.

What is a good substitute for pizza dough flour? ›

There are various flours you can use for pizza dough including All-Purpose Unbleached White Flour, Cake and Pastry Flour, Artisan Bread Flour, Spelt Flour, Cassava Flour and Gluten Free 1-to-1 Baking Flour.

Is vegan pizza junk food? ›

Now, vegan pizza isn't perfect — vegan cheese and vegan meat are typically very high in fat and salt, after all — but in many cases, it's a healthier alternative to traditional pizza. Thanks to a vegan pie's lack of meat and dairy, you don't have to worry about consuming cholesterol or carcinogens.

Why is Dominos crust not vegan? ›

Is Domino's crust vegan? While our contact at Domino's stated their Thin Crust & Gluten-Free Crust are both vegan, others have heard Domino's source of L-cysteine (used in the Thin Crust) is not vegan as it comes from dairy by-products, and the Gluten-Free Crust contains honey.

Is Papa John's pizza dough vegan? ›

Our original hand-tossed dough is tasty, plant-based and contains no animal products. Nope, not even honey. Note: Our other crust options contain milk and/or egg products.

What is the healthiest pizza dough? ›

Both the cauliflower crust and the whole-wheat crust offer fiber and protein, which play a key role in weight loss by helping to keep you feeling full and satisfied after a meal. But if you're not trying to cut carbs and are looking for that traditional pizza pie flavor, the whole-wheat crust is what you want.

What can I use if I don't have pizza dough? ›

7 Healthier Alternatives to Traditional Pizza Crust
  • Gluten-Free Pizza Crust Mix. Many organic and all-natural brands have a gluten-free pizza crust mix for purchase (quick snapshot below). ...
  • Cauliflower. ...
  • Zucchini. ...
  • Eggplant. ...
  • Wholegrain Sprouted Flatbread. ...
  • Polenta. ...
  • Sugar Cookie.

What kind of pizza crust has the lowest carbs? ›

Cauliflower Pizza Crust

This keto pizza crust recipe is made from a bag of frozen riced cauliflower, an egg, and Parmesan cheese! Overall, with just 3.4 grams of net carbs per serving, it's a no-fail, classic, tasty, satisfying, and must-try!

What is the difference between quinoa and quinoa flour? ›

Quinoa is pronounced as “keen-wa”. It is a grain crop grown for its edible seeds, which have high protein content. Quinoa is a little similar to buckwheat. Quinoa flour is made by grinding quinoa grains into finer particles to get flour.

Can you grind raw quinoa? ›

Simply place the raw white quinoa in the food processor and blend until completely smooth.

What are the pros and cons of quinoa flour? ›

Quinoa flour offers numerous advantages such as being gluten-free, high in protein, and packed with essential nutrients. However, its distinct nutty taste and dense texture may not be preferred by everyone. It also tends to be more expensive than all-purpose flour.

Can I mill quinoa? ›

Before milling quinoa, you should double check to make sure your quinoa was pre-rinsed. If not, you'll need a micro-mesh strainer to put the quinoa in for rinsing. Just rinse the quinoa under cool water while dragging your fingers through it to make sure all the grains are rinsed.

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