Description
A healthy and flavorful pizza casserole made with roasted cauliflower as the base.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium cauliflower, cut into florets
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup sliced black olives
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- In a bowl, toss cauliflower florets with olive oil, garlic powder, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Spread the cauliflower on a baking sheet and roast for 25 minutes until golden brown.
- In a casserole dish, layer the roasted cauliflower, marinara sauce, and mozzarella cheese.
- Top with black olives and Parmesan cheese.
- Bake for an additional 15 minutes until cheese is bubbly.
- Garnish with fresh basil before serving.
Notes
- For a spicier version, add red pepper flakes.
- You can substitute the marinara sauce for pesto if preferred.
- Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of casserole
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: Roasted Cauliflower Pizza Casserole