🍕 Lentil Pizza – Crispy, Protein-Packed, and Naturally Gluten-Free

This lentil-based crust delivers a chewy bite and earthy flavor, topped with savory veggies and melty vegan cheese.

🛠 Kitchen Tools

• Oven

• Mixing bowl

• Blender or food processor

• Baking tray

• Parchment paper

📋 Ingredients

Makes 1 medium pizza

• Lentils: 100 g / 3.5 oz

• Water: 100 ml / 3.5 fl oz (for blending)

• Fried tomato sauce: 30 g / 1 oz

• Vegetable mix (pre-cooked or sautéed): 60 g / 2 oz

• Vegan cheese, grated: 40 g / 1.5 oz

👨‍🍳 Instructions

• Soak the lentilsPlace lentils in hot water and let soak for 1 hour.

• Blend into a batterDrain and add lentils to a blender with 3.5 fl oz of fresh water. Blend until smooth.

• Prebake the crustLine a baking tray with parchment paper. Pour the batter onto it and spread into a circle. Bake at 190ºC / 375ºF for 15 minutes.

• Add toppingsRemove from the oven and top the crust with fried tomato sauce, vegetable mix, and vegan cheese (plus any extras you love).

• Final bakeReturn to the oven and bake at 190ºC / 375ºF for another 7 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and edges are crisp.

🍽 Serving Suggestions

• Top with fresh basil or arugula after baking

• Drizzle with balsamic glaze for extra zing

• Serve with a simple green salad or garlic dip

💡 Why You'll Love It

✔ Naturally gluten-free crust

✔ Packed with plant protein

✔ Customizable with your favorite toppings

✔ Quick and easy for weeknight dinners