KETO PIZZA

What is keto pizza?

Keto pizza is a low-carb pizza that substitutes the traditional dough (made with wheat flour) for alternatives such as:

• Crushed cauliflower
• Almond flour
• Melted mozzarella cheese mixed with egg and low-carb flour (fathead dough)
• Coconut flour

The goal is to minimize carbohydrates while maintaining the taste and texture as close as possible to classic pizza.

Properties of keto pizza

• Low in carbohydrates (less than 5g per serving in many recipes).
• High in healthy fats, ideal for maintaining ketosis.
• Rich in proteins, depending on the type of dough and toppings.
• Gluten-free, in most cases.
• High in fiber, if almond flour or vegetables are used as a base.

Varieties of keto pizza:

Cauliflower crust pizza: crushed cauliflower, cheese, and egg as the base.
Fathead pizza: mixture of mozzarella cheese, cream cheese, egg, and almond flour.
Chicken or tuna pizza: the base is made with ground meat or canned tuna, mixed with cheese and egg.
Cheese and seed base pizza: mixture of seeds like flax or chia and grated cheese.
Mini portobello pizzas: using large mushrooms as the base.
Common toppings: pepperoni, ham, bacon, cheese, mushrooms, spinach, olives, cherry tomatoes (in small quantities), basil, among others.

Main countries that produce or consume it:

• Canada and the United Kingdom: also have commercial options and restaurants that offer it.
• Spain, Mexico, and other countries in Europe and Latin America are increasingly adopting this alternative in health stores, keto restaurants, and supermarkets.

How can it be consumed?

At home: by preparing keto dough and adding your favorite ingredients.
Frozen or ready to bake: many brands already offer keto versions in supermarkets.
In keto or healthy restaurants: there are more and more options that include it on the menu.
As a snack or appetizer: mini keto pizzas or small bite-sized bases ideal for snacking.