Cabbage Pizza Margarita (low-carb and Keto)
Cabbage Pizza is a creative, low-carb alternative to traditional pizza made with cabbage, onion, garlic, and eggs as the crust. Topped with tomato sauce, mozzarella, and fresh basil leaves, it’s a fun way to introduce kids to cabbage.
Take a break from carbs with this kid-friendly twist on pizza! This low-carb cabbage pizza is keto-friendly and customizable with your favourite toppings, such as pepperoni, bacon, mushrooms, olives, peppers, artichokes, etc. Enjoy a guilt-free, veggie-filled treat that the whole family will love—it’s quick and easy to prepare!
Cabbage Fun Facts
Cabbage is a superfood rich in vitamins C, K, and folates, and it’s low in calories, making it an excellent choice for weight loss. Here are some additional fun facts about cabbage:
- Did you know that cabbage was one of the first vegetables to be cultivated in Europe, dating back to 4000 BCE?
- We all know the white, red, and savoy cabbages, but there are over 400 varieties of cabbages worldwide.
- Cabbage has a super long shelf life. If kept in a cool environment, it can last up to months in the fridge, making it a lifesaver.
- Many countries, such as China, Italy, and parts of the US, believe that eating cabbage on New Year’s Eve brings good luck for the year.
*To know more about its health benefits, check out this 9 Impressive Health Benefits of Cabbage article.
The Technique
To make the first part (watch the video below), you’ll need a 12-inch (30 cm) non-stick pan. An oven-proof pan is ideal, as you’ll finish the Cabbage Pizza in the oven. The technique is to flip the cabbage crust onto a big plate, like a Spanish tortilla, add the toppings, and finish it in the oven.
Cabbage is composed of approximately 90% water, which causes it to lose its shape when cooked. I don’t suggest cutting a big cabbage ring; it will shrink and make a mess. Therefore, searing and releasing much of its water at first will make it firmer and hold better as a ‘crust’ for our pizza.
Cooking cabbage quickly over high heat helps retain its nutrients and flavour. Once you add the eggs, reduce the heat to prevent them from becoming rubbery.
Other Creative Pizzas
Cabbage Pizza
Equipment
- 1 12 inch (30cm) non-stick pan with a lid
- 1 big plate
Ingredients
Cabbage Base
- 4 cups white cabbage about 1/3 of a cabbage, sliced finely
- 1 onion sliced finely
- 2 garlic cloves chopped
- 3 eggs
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- salt and pepper
Toppings
- 3 tbsp tomato purée
- 250 g fresh mozzarella
- 3 leaves fresh basil
Instructions
- Mix the cabbage, onion, garlic, salt and pepper in a big bowl.
- In a large nonstick pan, sear the sliced cabbage in olive oil at high heat for 5 minutes or until it gets slightly brown.
- Lower the heat to low and add the three beaten eggs. Cover and let it cook for 3 to 4 minutes.
- Using a big plate to flip the pizza, turn over the cabbage base and add it back to the pan (video below).
- Add the tomato purée and cheese (and custom toppings or your choice) and broil in the oven (Max temperature) on the top rack until the cheese gets golden for about 8-10 minutes.
- Take the pizza out of the pan with the help of a spatula, and let it cool before adding the basil leaves.
Video
Notes
Nutrition
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What an interesting idea for a pizza!! Love the low carb option. Makes a great starter or complete meal. A great way to enjoy cabbage.
It’s mostly a good way to make the kids enjoy cabbage!
Cabbage is probably my favorite vegetable because of its versatility. Never thought to add to pizza. This a clever idea and a great way to enjoy cabbage. Thanks for sharing your pizza recipe with us.
I know, it’s a great veggie!
What a great way to enjoy pizza when you’re trying to diet. I’m planning on this for lunch today!
I’m not on a diet but like to cut on carbs here and there, this recipe is great for that too!
I love customizable pizza. Kids will especially love this kind of pizza. Cabbage pizza sounds fantastic!
I hope you give it a try!
It looks so delicious!
It was! Even the kids loved it!
Wow, so revolutionary. Thank you, I wouldn’t have thought of this or known how to do it. I’ve tried other alternative crusts, but never cabbage! Yum!
I hope you give it a go!
I am a huge fan of cabbage so I do appreciate having it as part of a healthy crust.
You’ll love this then! Enjoy!
Fantastic!!! <3 Such a fabulous recipe. Did not even know this is a thing!
Gluten-free and low carbs alternatives are going strong!
what a great idea! i love the cabbage base. it reminds me of okonomiyaki from Japan !! my kids loved it too
A bit yeah! A little Kewpie mayo and could almost be it!
I love the idea of cabbage for the crust instead of cauliflower!! Great low-carb recipe that sneaks in more veggies!
Thanks Ashley!
Wow! I had no idea you could make an entire pizza base out of cabbage! It’s one of my favourite vegetable and I’ve always felt it is underutilized. I’m glad to find a fellow cabbage lover!
Cabbage is my favorite to replace carbs!
What a fun and delicious way to use cabbage! So easy too – thanks for the recipe!
My pleasure Vanessa!
What a delicious alternative to a cauliflower crust! This version of a Pizza Margarita was delicious!!
Glad you liked it!
I love cabbage, so when I saw this recipe, I had to try it!!
It was delicious! And low-carb doesn’t mean low-flavor. This pizza is a genius hack for a satisfying and healthy pizza fix. Thanks for the great recipe idea.
Couldn’t agree more! Cabbage doesn’t mean low-favor! Long live the cabbage!
I never saw a cabbage pizza before and what a fantastic idea! I mean not just for kids, but I keep trying to include more veggies into every dish I make and this is the perfect way to healthify pizza! Love the idea and will most certainly make it again!
Thanks for your feedback! I appreciate it!
I added sausage and mushrooms to the cabbage pizza. It made an unique and tasty brunch.
Interesting recipe. This could be a great way to use cabbage.
Thanks!
What a novel way to make the pizza healthy and nutritious by using cabbage as the base! And it is so easy to make it too.
Yes, easy and healthy but still appealing to the little ones. Difficult combination but doable.
This pizza is great! I never thought to use cabbage as an ingredient but it’s amazing. The kids like helping, especially when it comes to cooking pizza and it’s great when they enjoy the process.
Fantastic, this is precisely what I like to hear! Enjoy guys!
Great implementation. All the flavors without the heaviness.
Yes, it gives plenty of energy, but without any carbs, which is great!
I’ve never heard of putting cabbage on pizza before, but why not? Seems like a good way to get some veggies in your diet!
Yes, it’s a great way to fill up on vitamins!
This pizza was delicious. I’ll have to work on keeping in tact. I had a small portion break off. It was nice and moist. I added red peppers, mushrooms, and pepperoni. I should have put it in oven on lowest rack. Browned quicker than expected. I may actually bake it the next time instead of broiling the final step.
Yeah, you can always bake it, although the cooking should be done mostly in the pan. You can always cut on the stove time and make the oven cook the interior. The oven is mainly to grill the cheese on top. Glad you enjoyed it!
Yummy and Keto friendly!!!!
Yes! Yummy Keto Recipe!
Thank you for this. Tried it and it satisfied the craving for pizza. Love it.
I’m glad it did! Plus, it’s easy to customise to your liking with extra toppings.