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This thin and crispy Quinoa Pizza Crust is packed with protein and nutrients. It's also vegan, gluten-free, and ready in under an hour!
Have you tried making quinoa flour?
Well, I just made some for the first time.
And it felt like the obvious next step was to try a twist on a classic gluten-free pizza but with this high-protein flour.
Resembling a flatbread pizza, this crispy yet sturdy quinoa crust can handle a generous load of your favorite toppings.
So, whether you're a fan of piling your pizzas high with veggies or keeping it simple with cashew mozzarella, this crust is up to the task!
Why You’ll Love Quinoa Pizza Crust
- It requires minimal ingredients.
- You don’t have to soak quinoa beforehand.
- It’s ready in less than an hour from start to finish.
- It’s vegan, gluten-free, and nut-free!
Quinoa Pizza Ingredients
You will need these simple ingredients to make quinoa pizza crust:
- Quinoa Flour forms the hearty base for this pizzaand gives a nutty flavor. You can buy it or make your own quinoa flour at home!
- Flaxseed binds the pizza dough and creates a more tender crumb.
- Baking Powder is the leavening agent in this recipe to give the crust a light feel.
- Sea Salt, Garlic Powder, and Italian Seasoning infuse the crust with flavor, enhancing the overall taste profile.
- Water hydrates the quinoa flour to form the sticky dough.
- Olive Oil adds moisture to the quinoa pizza dough and creates a crispy crust once baked.
Please see the recipe card at the bottom of this post for the complete list of ingredients with measurements plus recipe instructions.
How to Make Quinoa Pizza Crust
Here’s a step-by-step guide to making the best quinoa flour pizza crust:
1. Mix together dry ingredients.
3. Rest the dough for 15 minutes.
4. Shape dough on a pizza pan.
5. Bake quinoa pizza crust at 425°F for 15 minutes.
6. Add toppings and bake for an additional 10 minutes.
Top Tips
Preparing the Pizza Pan - I used a textured metal pizza pan, which helps prevent the pizza dough from sticking. As a second measure, I always sprinkle a little extra quinoa flour onto the pan before shaping the dough.
Mixing the Dough - Mix the ingredients until just combined. Overmixing the dough can lead to a dense, tough crust.
Resting the Dough - Those extra 15 minutes allow the quinoa flour to fully hydrate and relax, making it easier to shape the dough.
Shaping the Dough - Use wet hands when shaping the dough to prevent it from sticking to your hands. Rewet your hands as needed.
Quinoa Pizza Topping Ideas
Here are some topping ideas for quinoa crust pizza:
- Margherita pizza with sliced tomato, basil, and cashew mozzarella.
- Spinach artichoke pizza with fresh spinach, artichoke hearts, and vegan parmesan cheese.
- Buffalo ranch pizza with buffalo tempeh and homemade vegan ranch dressing or avocado ranch.
- Veggie lovers pizza with tomatoes, mushrooms, green peppers, red peppers, onions, black olives, and minced garlic.
- Pesto pizza with nut-free pesto, sundried tomatoes, and fresh basil leaves.
Storage & Make Ahead Tips
Store quinoa pizza crust fully baked with toppings in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3 to 4 days. Reheat in an oven or air fryer at 375°F for about 3 to 7 minutes.
I haven't personally experimented with preparing the dough in advance and refrigerating it.
However, if you want to make the crust ahead of time, I suggest partially baking it for 15 minutes, letting it cool completely, wrapping it with plastic wrap, then freezing or refrigerating it.
When you're ready to enjoy your quinoa pizza, add your desired toppings and bake for 10 minutes.
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📖 Recipe
Quinoa Pizza Crust (Vegan Gluten-Free Recipe)
This thin and crispy Quinoa Pizza Crust is packed with protein and nutrients. It's also vegan, gluten-free, and ready in under an hour!
5 from 1 vote
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Prep Time: 20 minutes minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes minutes
Servings: 1 10" pizza crust
Author: Sarah Pilley
Ingredients
Quinoa Flour Pizza Crust
- 1 ⅔ cups quinoa flour more to sprinkle over pizza pan
- 1 tablespoon flaxseed
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon italian seasoning
- 1 cup warm water
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Recommended Toppings
- ½ cup pizza sauce
- ½ beefsteak tomatoes sliced
- 6 fresh basil leaves
- ¼ cup vegan mozzarella cheese
- black pepper, dried basil, and red pepper flakes to sprinkle on top
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 425ºF.
Sprinkle a tablespoon of quinoa flour over a pizza pan. Use your hands to even out the flour so a thin layer of flour fully covers the pan.
In a large bowl, mix together dry ingredients.
Mix in wet ingredients to form a wet, sticky dough.
Cover the bowl with a towel and set it aside to rest the dough for 15 minutes.
Transfer the dough onto the pizza pan.
Shape dough using wet hands into an even layer. The pizza will be about 10” in diameter.
Bake the quinoa pizza crust for 15 minutes.
Add pizza sauce and your desired toppings and bake for an additional 10 minutes.
For an extra crispy, golden brown crust, and to help your vegan cheese melt, broil the pizza for 1 minute.
Notes
See more expert tips, pictures, and variations above for making the best quinoa flour pizza crust!
Yield: 1 10” pizza crust
Storage & Reheating: Store quinoa pizza crust fully baked with toppings in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3 to 4 days. Reheat in an oven or air fryer at 375°F for about 3 to 7 minutes.
Make Ahead: If you plan to make the crust ahead, I suggest partially baking it for 15 minutes, letting it cool completely, then freezing or refrigerating it. When you're ready to enjoy your quinoa pizza, add toppings of your choice and bake for 10 minutes.
This recipe was adapted from this quinoa flour pizza recipe!
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Nutrition
Calories: 920kcal | Carbohydrates: 126g | Protein: 29g | Fat: 28g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 11g | Sodium: 1444mg | Potassium: 143mg | Fiber: 17g | Sugar: 0.3g | Vitamin A: 34IU | Vitamin C: 0.2mg | Calcium: 260mg | Iron: 10mg
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