Zucchini Pizza Crust

There is a first time for everything and this was one of them.   I decided to give it a try!   The zucchini crust had a good flavor and the pizza was delish!

INGREDIENTS

3 

medium zucchini, or about 4 cups grated zucchini

1 

large egg

2 

cloves garlic, minced

1/2 tsp. 

dried oregano

3 c. 

shredded mozzarella, divided

1/2 c. 

grated Parmesan

1/4 c. 

cornstarch

kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper
1/4 c. 

pizza sauce

1/4 c. 

pepperoni

Pinch red pepper flakes, for garnish
Basil, for garnish

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 425º and line a baking sheet with parchment. On a box grater or in a food processor, grate zucchini. I use a salad shooter to get rid of the excess moisture out of the zucchini vs using cheesecloth or a dish towel which is more messy.

1. Transfer zucchini to a large bowl with egg, garlic, oregano, 1 cup mozzarella, Parmesan, and cornstarch and season with salt and pepper. Stir until completely combined.

1. Transfer “dough” to prepared baking sheet and pat into a thin crust. Bake until golden and dried out, 25 minutes.

1. Spread pizza sauce over crust then top with remaining mozzarella and pepperoni. Bake until cheese is melted and crust is crispy, about 10 minutes more. Garnish with red pepper flakes and basil.