Build Your Low-Carb Weight Loss Pizza

What could be better than indulging in the occasional pizza? What about…eating pizza whenever you want without worrying about the carbs? How is that possible, when a single slice of regular pizza has 38 grams of carbs and a more realistic 2-slice serving has 78 grams?

The BariatricPal Store has the help you need to build a low-carb, lower-calorie pizza, starting with the Zero-Carb Pizza Crust. With such low-carb, high-protein options, you can have pizza every day.

A Low-Carb Base

Zero-Carb Pizza Crust has 0 grams of net carbs and 14 grams each of protein and dietary fiber. Each serving, a generous quarter of a crust, has 90 calories. It is made with wholesome ingredients such as flaxseed, olive oil, and oat fiber. Just bake Zero-Carb Pizza Crust at 350 degrees until hot. Each package has 4 servings, and you can choose from a single pack or a 6-pack.

You can try other pizza bases. If you have a few healthy carbs to spare, high-fiber English muffins and whole-grain sandwich thins are good choices with about 25 grams of carbs. Or, use a portobello mushroom cap or grilled eggplant slices for your base.

Tasty Sauces

Pizza sauce can be high in sugar, with as much as 10 grams of sugar per half-cup serving. Don’t do it! Try a sauce alternative, such as diced tomatoes with basil, olive oil and garlic, or tomato paste with no added sugar.

You can also try Walden Farms Calorie-Free Pasta Sauce in Alfredo, Tomato and Basil, or Garlic and Herb flavors. They are 100% calorie-free and come in 6-serving jars or a Variety Pack.

Nourishing Toppings

Cheese adds flavor and texture without many carbs. Then let your other pizza toppings be nourishing without being fattening. For extra fiber and antioxidants, pile on any of the standard or less standard pizza vegetables, such as tomatoes, mushrooms, onions, artichoke hearts, spinach, and eggplant. Add chicken breast or tofu for more protein, and consider olives for some healthy fat.

If you use Walden Farms Calorie-Free Pasta Sauce, you could try:

• Alfredo flavor with chicken or turkey bacon and spinach.
• Tomato and Basil flavor with mozzarella, kale, and cauliflower.
• Garlic and Herb flavor with feta cheese and shaved brussels sprouts.

Pizza needs to be delicious, but it does not have to be greasy and carb-laden. Try a few different options for crusts, sauces, and toppings to come up with a few great combos that you love. Don’t forget to stop by The BariatricPal Store for sides such as Protein Chips!