Mediterranean Cauliflower Pizza With Flaked Salmon
A lower-carb, crispy cauliflower crust pizza layered with satisfying salmon, vibrant peppers, spinach, and a rich blend of melted mozzarella and salty feta. Utilizing a simple olive oil base eliminates hidden added sugars while providing excellent healthy fats.
Prep
10 min
Cook
20 min
Total
30 min
Makes
1 serving
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Made by Claire + Lila
Claire created this recipe with Lila and shared it with the perimenopause community.
The feel-good payoff
Why this meal can feel especially good in perimenopause
Think practical wins: steadier energy, comfortable fullness and one less food decision. Your response is personal, so use the prompts below to notice what works for you.
Perimenopause symptoms and relief · Office on Women’s HealthComfortably satisfied
Fullness that has staying power
This meal is designed to feel substantial, so finishing it can feel like the meal is complete rather than the start of an evening of grazing.
Notice: fullness 2–3 hours later
Well-nourished skin
Support from the whole plate
Regular meals with enough protein, plants and fats support overall nourishment. Think consistency, not one miracle ingredient.
Notice: consistency + hydration
Steadier energy
Feel fueled, not flattened
A complete meal with protein, carbohydrates and fats is designed to offer more staying power than a quick carb-only fix.
Notice: energy 1–3 hours later
A steadier afternoon
Give your day a solid food foundation
Being properly fed cannot solve a hard day, but a substantial meal can remove hunger and an energy dip from the list of things you are juggling.
Notice: mood + energy later
Setup
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Prep
10 min
Cook
20 min
Total
30 min
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Equipment
Oven · Large skillet · Sheet pan · Knife and cutting board
Time saver
Leftovers store beautifully in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days; reheat in a toaster oven or skillet to restore crispness.
Do these three things first
- 1Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- 2Set out all ingredients before cooking
- 3Measure the pantry ingredients before heating the pan
Ingredients
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Instructions
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Next: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and…
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Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and…
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
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Place the pre-made cauliflower crust onto the…
Place the pre-made cauliflower crust onto the baking sheet and bake for 8 to 10 minutes until it begins to turn golden and firm.
Look for: it begins to turn golden and firm
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Brush the olive oil evenly across the…
Brush the olive oil evenly across the warm crust, ensuring you coat the edges.
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Scatter the baby spinach
Scatter the baby spinach, red bell pepper, and red onion evenly over the oiled crust.
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Flake the cooked salmon fillet into bite-sized…
Flake the cooked salmon fillet into bite-sized pieces and distribute them over the vegetables.
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Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella and crumbled feta…
Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella and crumbled feta cheese over the toppings.
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Return the pizza to the oven and…
Return the pizza to the oven and bake for 10 to 12 minutes until the mozzarella is completely melted and bubbling, and the edges of the crust are deeply golden.
Look for: the mozzarella is completely melted and bubbling, and the edges of the crust are deeply golden
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Remove from the oven
Remove from the oven, let cool for 2 minutes, slice, and serve immediately.
Allow: 2 minutes
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