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March 2, 2018

TWO-INGREDIENT QUINOA PIZZA BASE (VEGAN, GF)

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Pizza night doesn’t have to turn into a cheat night. Make it just as delicious and enjoyable with this healthy family-friendly quinoa & turmeric pizza base. With only 2 ingredients (yes, you’ve heard it right!), it will probably be the easiest pizza base you’ll ever make. This pizza base freezers really well, so you can always make a big batch and stock it in the freezer, ready to be enjoyed later. Vegan & gluten free.

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We have a ‘tradition’ in our family that Friday night is always a pizza and movie night. I personally can’t remember the last time I had a shop bought pizza, just because making your own pizza base is so easy and simple and you can tailor it to your own taste.

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HOW DO I MAKE 2-INGREDIENT QUINOA PIZZA BASE?

The only preparation required when making this super easy vegan pizza base is soaking quinoa overnight (around 7-8 hours). However, talking about soaking – last week I totally forgot to cover quinoa with water the night before. Instead, I soaked it in hot water (2 to 3 inches above quinoa) for only 2 hours and it still worked great. So, if you’re short of time, you can still work this pizza magic (and no magic wand required by the way…)

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The great thing about this pizza base is that you can totally adjust it to your taste buds. If you’re not keen on turmeric, omit it altogether or replace with the herbs of your choice (mixed Italian herbs, smoked paprika or Indian spices work really well).

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WHAT PIZZA SAUCE CAN I USE?

For the pizza sauce, I personally like using any kind of pesto, hummus or just tomato puree. If you need some ideas, my recipes below would work really well:

BASIL & KALE PESTO

CAULIFLOWER HUMMUS

BUTTERNUT SQUASH HUMMUS

SMOKED PAPRIKA HUMMUS

PIZZA TOPPINGS

When it comes to toppings, I would let your imagination run free and use whatever toppings you fancy. This time I chose grilled asparagus, tomatoes, rocket salad and toasted pine nuts. My daughter loves making her own pizza with ham and pineapple whilst my partner uses whatever he can find in the fridge (as long as there’s plenty of cheese to cover it all).

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The beauty of this pizza is that everyone can make their own, so there won’t be any of ‘Mum, I don’t like this, I don’t like that….’ It’s also a great way of getting the kids involved in the kitchen.

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I’m delighted to report that the recipe has been tried and tested for over 50 times (it’s not even an exaggeration) on all the family members, friends and even the attendees of my healthy eating workshop that I presented at the end of last year. Everyone keeps raving about this pizza and I hope you will too.

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As always, if you recreate this pizza at home, I’d be delighted to read your comments and hear your feedback. Be sure to drop a comment here on the blog, tag me in your photos on Instagram, Facebook or Pinterest so I don’t miss them. It gives me so much joy seeing your takes on my recipes!

Wishing you a cosy pizza night.

Healthfully yours,

Tania x

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TWO-INGREDIENT QUINOA PIZZA BASE (VEGAN, GF)

Tania Pilcher | Fit Foodie Nutter
Pizza night doesn’t have to turn into a cheat night. Make it just as delicious and enjoyable with this healthy family-friendly quinoa & turmeric pizza base. With only 2 ingredients (yes, you’ve heard it right!), it will probably be the easiest pizza base you’ll ever make. This pizza base freezers really well, so you can always make a big batch and stock it in the freezer, ready to be enjoyed later. Vegan & gluten free.
5 from 13 votes
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Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Soaking time 7 hrs
Total Time 7 hrs 20 mins
Course Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine Italian
Servings 1 pizza

Ingredients
  

For pizza base:
  • 1 cup quinoa, soaked overnight & rinsed (*see post)
  • 1 tbsp turmeric powder (or herbs of your choice)
  • Salt & pepper to taste
For pizza sauce:
  • Refer to post for suggested recipes
For pizza toppings:
  • 5-6 cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 7-8 green asparagus spears
  • 1 tsp olive oil
  • Salt & pepper to taste
  • A handful of fresh rocket salad (arugula)
  • Optional: toasted pine nuts

Instructions
 

  • Pre-heat the oven to 180C fan and line the baking tray with parchment paper. You might want to spray the paper with a little oil to stop the pizza base from sticking.
  • Place soaked and rinsed quinoa in a food processor. Add turmeric (if using) and salt & pepper and blend for around 5 minutes until smooth consistency.
  • Pour the mixture onto the baking tray lined with parchment paper and spread it in a circle shape with the back of a spoon (I make my base about half an inch thick). Bake in the oven for 10-12 minutes until golden brown.
  • In the meantime, place asparagus and cherry tomatoes on a separate baking tray. Season with olive oil, salt & pepper and place in the oven for around 8-10 minutes.
  • When the pizza base is ready, remove from the oven, spread with a generous layer of pesto (or whichever sauce you’re using), top with roasted vegetables, fresh rocket salad and toasted pine nuts.

Notes

*See the blog post for soaking time.
Keyword pizza, pizza base, quinoa, turmeric
Making this? I'd love to see!Tag your snaps @Fit.Foodie.Nutter and #fitfoodienutter

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  1. AvatarClaire | Sprinkles and Sprouts says

    March 6, 2018 at 3:50 pm

    5 stars
    Wow!!! I would never have guessed you could make a pizza base this way!
    We have pizza and a movie most Saturdays and this would be perfect for my Dad as he has to follow a GF diet.

    Reply
    • AvatarTania says

      March 7, 2018 at 11:16 am

      Hi Claire. It doesn’t get easier than this, I must admit. I really hope you get to make this easy pizza for your dad and hope he will enjoy this as much as I do! Have a great pizza night on Saturday:)

      Reply
  2. AvatarChristina Shoemaker says

    March 6, 2018 at 4:12 pm

    5 stars
    I was so excited to see you used only two ingredients and anxious to see what they were! PERFECT! Such a healthy way to enjoy pizza! I’m all in!! <3

    Reply
    • AvatarTania says

      March 7, 2018 at 11:19 am

      Thank you Christina! Haha, I get exactly the same when I see a picture of the recipe and get really intrigued about the ingredients used, it’s a good guessing game:) I’m glad you like the recipe. Thank you for popping in to my blog. Have a great day, Tania x

      Reply
  3. AvatarBeth says

    March 6, 2018 at 4:22 pm

    5 stars
    This pizza looks so delicious! I love all of the fresh flavors in here! Especially made with pesto! Yum!

    Reply
    • AvatarTania says

      March 7, 2018 at 11:20 am

      Thank you so much Beth. Pesto makes a busy mum’s life sooo much easier, doesn’t it?! I’m glad you like the recipe:) Have a great day, Tania x

      Reply
  4. AvatarDanielle says

    March 6, 2018 at 4:27 pm

    5 stars
    I can’t believe this base is just 2 ingredients – amazing. I am going to have to try this for our next pizza night.

    Reply
    • AvatarTania says

      March 7, 2018 at 11:21 am

      Thank you so much Danielle – I’ll be humbled if you get to try this recipe. I hope you’ll enjoy it as much as my family does:) Have a good day, Tania x

      Reply
  5. AvatarJennifer SavorwithJennifer.com says

    March 6, 2018 at 4:28 pm

    5 stars
    Wow! LOVE pizza and can’t wait to try this crust! I’m always on the lookout for a healthier way

    Reply
    • AvatarTania says

      March 7, 2018 at 11:21 am

      Thank you Jennifer! I love when healthy combinations are this easy – no need to compromise, right?!

      Reply
  6. AvatarRandi Tisdall says

    March 7, 2018 at 2:55 pm

    Wow, this looks great and sounds so easy! I’ve never tried using quinoa as a pizza crust base- will totally be trying this! Pinning and sharing:)

    Reply
    • AvatarTania says

      March 7, 2018 at 3:04 pm

      Thank you so much Randi. I really hope you give it a go – it’s a good one to miss out on:)

      Reply
  7. AvatarMarly says

    March 7, 2018 at 3:02 pm

    Such an uber healthy and easy pizza! Love it!

    Reply
    • AvatarTania says

      March 7, 2018 at 3:03 pm

      Thank you Marly! Pizza night can be a healthy and easy one too, right?!

      Reply
  8. AvatarAnna says

    March 7, 2018 at 3:49 pm

    5 stars
    I just can’t believe how simple this great recipe is!!! Only two ingredients!!! You genius you! And yeah, Friday is normally a pizza night here too, but it normally ends up with Jon ordering a take away one 😉

    Reply
    • AvatarTania says

      March 12, 2018 at 9:22 pm

      Ah thank you my friend! Haha, there’s nothing wrong with a takeaway pizza from now and again – life has to be lived! Really miss you my friend and can’t wait to catch up after my holiday xx

      Reply
  9. AvatarVanessa @ VeganFamilyRecipes.com says

    March 8, 2018 at 5:19 pm

    5 stars
    Yum! I love the ingredients in the your simple pizza base! What a brilliant and healthy idea! I’ll have to try this out and hopefully my kids will love it as much as I do!

    Reply
    • AvatarTania says

      March 12, 2018 at 9:21 pm

      Thank you so much Vanessa! I will be honest – it took my young daughter 3 attempts and finally, she’s now joining in! I hope your children will be more persuasive than mine lol x

      Reply
  10. AvatarLinda from Veganosity says

    March 8, 2018 at 10:16 pm

    This looks so colorful and healthy. It’s amazing that you can make a pizza base with just quinoa and herbs. I have to try this.

    Reply
    • AvatarTania says

      March 12, 2018 at 9:18 pm

      Thank you Linda. Every time I make this pizza (and I make a lot of it!), it surprises me how little you need to rustle up a good meal:) I hope you get to try this easy recipe soon x

      Reply
  11. AvatarJillian says

    March 20, 2018 at 7:38 pm

    5 stars
    Can’t wait to make this tonight!! I soaked my quinoa before i went to bed last night and forgot to drain them before I left for work. Do you think it’ll be okay if the beans have been soaking for a whole 12 hours? I hope it won’t mess the recipe up because I can not wait to eat this when i get home!

    Reply
    • AvatarJillian says

      March 20, 2018 at 7:40 pm

      Oops quinoa* i didn’t mean to type “beans”

      Reply
    • AvatarTania says

      April 3, 2018 at 11:39 am

      Hi Jillian. So sorry to have missed your comment. I switched off from the outside world for a little whilst on holiday. The soaking time should have been absolutely fine. I hope it came out ok and hope you enjoyed the recipe. Thank you so much for stopping by on my blog x

      Reply
  12. AvatarSilvia says

    April 3, 2018 at 11:26 am

    5 stars
    I’ve never thought about making my pizza base healthier, even though I love eating pizza with lots of veggies on top. I have to give this a try. 🙂

    Reply
    • AvatarTania says

      April 3, 2018 at 11:31 am

      Hi Sivia! The healthy pizza base doubles the health benefits (according to my simple maths lol), which means you can eat twice as much, right?! Thank you for stopping by on my blog x

      Reply
  13. AvatarAnnemarie says

    April 3, 2018 at 11:46 am

    5 stars
    This crust is so creative! I can’t believe it’s quinoa. Definitely want to try this one!

    Reply
    • AvatarTania says

      April 3, 2018 at 12:14 pm

      Thank you so much Annemarie! It couldn’t be simpler, yet tastes so good! x

      Reply
  14. AvatarDannii says

    April 3, 2018 at 12:31 pm

    5 stars
    I love making different kinds of pizza bases and this is such a good idea to use quinoa.

    Reply
    • AvatarTania says

      April 3, 2018 at 1:46 pm

      Thank you Dannii, it’s so easy and simple to make too:)

      Reply
  15. AvatarCarrie says

    April 3, 2018 at 12:52 pm

    5 stars
    What a great idea for a pizza base, the topping look so delicious too, love the sound of that pesto!

    Reply
    • AvatarTania says

      April 3, 2018 at 1:47 pm

      Thank you very much Carrie x

      Reply
  16. AvatarJill says

    April 3, 2018 at 12:53 pm

    5 stars
    I had no idea you could use soaked quinoa to make a pizza base. I’ll have to try this. I’m not vegan but about once a week I go a day and eat vegetarian or vegan. Helps keep things balanced for me.

    Reply
    • AvatarTania says

      April 3, 2018 at 1:48 pm

      Thank you so much Jill. It’s a great healthy and easy recipe to have in stash when you only have a handful of ingredients to work with:)

      Reply
  17. AvatarBethany says

    May 21, 2018 at 5:43 pm

    This pizza looks good! I love the tomatoes on top!

    Reply
    • AvatarTania says

      May 22, 2018 at 8:42 am

      Thank you so much indeed:) Tomatoes make everything look so much better, don’t they?:)

      Reply

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