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High Protein Plant-Based Quinoa & Chickpea Pizza – Crispy, Cheesy, and Gluten-Free

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A high-protein, plant-based pizza with a crispy quinoa and chickpea crust—gluten-free, dairy-free, and loaded with flavor and fiber.

Ingredients

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Crust:

  • ¾ cup quinoa, soaked overnight and drained

  • ½ cup canned chickpeas, rinsed and drained

  • 2 tbsp olive oil

  • ½ tsp baking powder

  • ½ tsp garlic powder

  • ½ tsp Italian seasoning

  • ½ tsp salt

  • ¼–½ cup water

Toppings:

  • ¼–½ cup pizza sauce

  • ½–¾ cup vegan cheese

  • Sliced veggies (mushrooms, peppers, onions, olives)

  • Fresh basil or arugula (optional)

Instructions

  • Soak quinoa for 6+ hours. Drain.

  • Preheat oven to 425°F. Line and oil a pizza pan.

  • Blend all crust ingredients until smooth and thick.

  • Spread batter into a 10–12 inch circle. Bake 20–25 mins. Flip and bake 5–10 mins more.

  • Add sauce, toppings, and cheese. Bake another 8–10 minutes.

  • Slice and serve with fresh herbs if desired.

Notes

  • Keeps in fridge 4 days.

  • Freeze crust or whole pizza for up to 2 months.

  • Use chickpea flour if no blender is available.

Find it online: https://mymommeals.com/high-protein-plant-based-quinoa-chickpea-pizza-crispy-cheesy-and-gluten-free/