High-Protein Pizza With a Turkey Crust
If you’re craving pizza but want something a little higher in protein (and a little lower in carbs), this turkey crust pizza hits the spot. The crust bakes up sturdy with crisp edges, then gets topped like a classic slice. No kneading, no rising, no flour cloud on the counter.
A small note that makes a big difference: using good-quality ground turkey is what keeps this from tasting “diet-y.” A flavourful turkey (like Nutrafarms ground turkey) plus the right seasoning gives the crust that savoury, pizza-night vibe without much extra effort.
Why you’ll love it
• High protein, naturally gluten-free
• Simple ingredients you likely already have
• Great for busy weeknights and meal prep
• Easy to customize with whatever’s in the fridge
🛒 Ingredients
Turkey crust
- 1 lb ground turkey (Nutrafarms ground turkey works great here)
- 2 eggs
- ½ cup grated parmesan
- 2 tsp salt
- ½ tbsp paprika
- 1 tbsp garlic powder
- 1 tbsp onion powder
- 1 tbsp Italian seasoning
Toppings
- Pizza sauce
- Mozzarella cheese
- Pepperoni (or your favourite toppings)
Optional extras: chili flakes, sliced mushrooms, peppers, olives, red onion, fresh basil
🍳 Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F. Line a baking tray with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, combine the ground turkey, eggs, parmesan, and spices. Mix just until everything is evenly combined. (Over mixing can make the crust a bit tough.)
Press the mixture onto the parchment into a thin, even rectangle or circle, about ¼ to ½ inch thick. Smooth the top so it bakes evenly.
Bake for 25 minutes, or until the crust looks set and lightly golden.
Let the crust rest for 5 minutes. If there’s any liquid on the pan, carefully blot around the edges with paper towel. This helps keep the finished pizza from getting soggy.
Turn the oven up to 425°F.
Add a thin layer of pizza sauce, then mozzarella, pepperoni, and any other toppings you like.
Bake for 8 to 10 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly. If you want browned, “pizzeria-style” cheese, broil for 1 to 2 minutes at the end, just keep an eye on it.
Cool for a couple minutes, slice, and enjoy.
Quick tips for extra flavour
Go lighter on sauce than you normally would. The crust holds up best with a thin layer.
• Freshly grated parmesan adds more punch than the pre-shredded kind.
• Finish with dried oregano or fresh basil right after it comes out of the oven.
This is the kind of recipe that makes “high-protein” feel like a normal, satisfying dinner, not a compromise.
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