This caesar salad pizza is perfect for busy weeknights, as it can be made in 30 minutes or less with minimal ingredients. Plus, it’s packed with veggies and is gluten-free, making it a great option for people with dietary restrictions.
You’ll need romaine lettuce, grilled chicken, Caesar salad dressing, and gluten-free herbed croutons. You can also add other toppings to your pizza, such as Parmesan cheese, bacon, or avocado.
This caesar salad pizza recipe is gluten-free and low fat. It can be made vegan if you use vegan cheese and vegan Caesar salad dressing. The caesar salad pizza can also be made low carb if you use a low-carb pizza crust.
why you’ll love this recipe
- Easy to make: Uses a store-bought gluten-free pizza crust and simple, common ingredients.
- This caesar salad pizza is easy to make because it uses a store-bought gluten-free pizza crust.
- You can also make your own gluten-free pizza crust if you prefer, but using a store-bought crust saves a lot of time and effort.
- Quick: Can be made in 30 minutes or less.
- Healthy: Packed with veggies and is gluten-free.
- Versatile: You can add other toppings of your choice to make the caesar salad pizza your own.
- Meal prep-friendly: You can make the pizza ahead of time and reheat it when you’re ready to eat.
- Weeknight dinner-friendly: This caesar salad pizza is a quick and easy meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights.
ingredients & substitutions
Gluten-Free Pizza Crust
Gluten-free pizza crusts are a good option for people with celiac disease or gluten intolerance. They are also a good choice for people who are trying to reduce their gluten intake.
If you don’t have a gluten-free pizza crust for this caesar salad pizza, you can make your own using a gluten-free flour pizza dough mix or a frozen gluten free dough.
Fat-Free Mozzarella Cheese
Taste: Fat-free mozzarella cheese has a mild and slightly sweet flavor. It is a good option for people who are trying to reduce their fat intake.
If you don’t have fat-free mozzarella cheese, you can use regular or low fat mozzarella cheese.
Garlic Powder
Garlic powder is a good source of antioxidants and vitamins.
If you don’t have garlic powder, you can use fresh garlic for this caesar salad pizza. However, be sure to mince the garlic finely before using it.
Romaine Lettuce
Romaine lettuce has a mild and slightly crunchy flavor. It is a good source of vitamins and minerals, and it is low in calories. Romaine lettuce is a good source of vitamins A, C, and K. It is also a good source of fiber.
If you don’t have romaine lettuce, you can use another type of lettuce, such as iceberg lettuce or spring mix for this caesar salad pizza.
Grilled Chicken
Grilled chicken is a good source of protein, niacin, and selenium. It is also a low-fat and low-calorie food.
If you don’t have grilled chicken, you can use any cooked chicken you have on hand, such as rotisserie chicken or leftover chicken from another meal. If you are vegetarian you can just skip the chicken.
Caesar Salad Dressing
Caesar salad dressing has a creamy and tangy flavor. It is typically made with anchovies, garlic, lemon juice, Parmesan cheese, and Dijon mustard.
taste & texture
Caesar salad pizza has a unique taste and texture. The crust is thin and crispy, and the toppings are fresh and flavorful. The garlic powder, salt, and pepper add a savory flavor, and the romaine lettuce, grilled chicken, and Caesar salad dressing add freshness and moisture. The gluten-free herbed croutons add a nice crunch and extra flavor.
directions
Step 1
Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
Step 2
Place the pizza crust on a baking sheet. Sprinkle the cheese, garlic powder, salt, and pepper over the crust.
Step 3
Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Step 4
Top the pizza with the lettuce, chicken, Caesar dressing, and croutons. Cut into slices and serve immediately.
expert tips & tricks
- For a crispier caesar salad pizza crust, preheat a baking sheet in the oven while it’s preheating, then place the pizza crust on the hot baking sheet.
- If you’re using a store-bought gluten-free pizza crust, be sure to check the label to make sure it’s certified gluten-free.
- To make your own gluten-free pizza crust, there are many recipes available online.
- If you don’t have grilled chicken, you can use any cooked chicken you have on hand, such as rotisserie chicken or leftover chicken from another meal.
- If you want a spicier caesar salad pizza, you can add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the cheese mixture.
- You can also add other toppings to your pizza, such as Parmesan cheese, bacon, or avocado.
how to make this lower carb
Use a low-carb pizza crust, such as a cauliflower crust or almond flour crust. Use less cheese, or substitute a low-carb cheese, such as shredded Parmesan cheese. Add more vegetables, such as spinach, kale, or roasted red peppers. Use a low-carb Caesar salad dressing, or make your own by blending together avocado, lemon juice, garlic powder, Dijon mustard, and salt and pepper.
how to make this vegan
For a vegan caesar salad pizza, use a vegan pizza crust. Use vegan cheese, such as shredded mozzarella cheese made from cashews or almonds. You can use vegan Caesar salad dressing, or make your own by blending together avocado, lemon juice, garlic powder, Dijon mustard, and salt and pepper. Use grilled tofu, chick’n or tempeh instead of chicken.
how to serve & store
To serve the caesar salad pizza, simply cut it into slices and enjoy. You can serve it as a main dish or as an appetizer.
To store the caesar salad pizza in the fridge, place it in an airtight container or wrap it tightly in plastic wrap. It will keep for up to 3 days.
you may also like
Caesar Salad Pizza
Ingredients
- 1 gluten-free pizza crust
- 1/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese fat free or dairy free sub (optional)
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt + Pepper to taste
- 1 cup chopped romaine lettuce
- 1/2 cup cooked and grilled chicken shredded
- 1/4 cup Caesar salad dressing low fat or dairy free sub (optional)
- 1/4 cup gluten-free herbed croutons
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
- Place the pizza crust on a baking sheet.
- Sprinkle the cheese (optional), garlic powder, salt, and pepper over the crust.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Top the pizza with the lettuce, chicken, Caesar dressing, and croutons.
- Cut into slices and serve immediately.
Leave a Reply