You won’t believe you can turn the humble potato into a smashed potato pizza crust! Yes, that’s right! All you need is a russet potato, some olive oil and salt, and your favourite pizza toppings. This pizza is healthy enough that you can eat it every day for dinner, a crowd pleaser, and great for the whole family to enjoy!
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Why You’ll Love Smashed Potato Pizza
A Fun Twist on a Classic Favorite – This smashed potato pizza recipe puts a creative spin on a timeless favorite by swapping out traditional refined flour dough for nutrient-rich and crispy smashed potatoes. This fun swap brings in extra nutrients and adds distinctive texture and flavor to every bite that even meat and cheese pizzas can’t match.
Healthier Alternative – Potatoes are often overlooked as a bland vegetable but pack a powerful nutritional punch. Loaded with essential vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, and fiber, they offer a nutritious and naturally gluten-free base for your pizza. And when you seal the deal with an array of wholesome toppings, including cherry tomatoes, vegan mozzarella cheese, kalamata olives, and pesto, you’re indulging in a meal that’s as nutritious as it is delicious.
Highly Versatile – One of the best things about this Smashed Potato Pizza is its versatility. You can customize it with your favorite toppings, from classic marinara sauce and cheese to more adventurous options like roasted vegetables, fresh herbs, or savory vegan meats like tofu or tempeh. The possibilities are endless, allowing you to tailor the pizza to suit your taste preferences or whatever ingredients you have on hand.
Great for Kids – Looking for an easy way to sneak whole foods into your kids’ diet that they’ll actually enjoy? With this smashed potato pizza recipe, you can prepare a yummy dish that your kids will love while also ensuring they get the vital nutrients their growing bodies need.
How to Make Smashed Potato Pizza
Cook Your Potato
Start by cooking your potato. I like to cook it in the microwave for convenience, but you can also bake your potato. If using the microwave, stab your potato with a fork all over about 20 times, then place it on a plate and pop it in the microwave for 8 minutes, flipping halfway through. You’ll know it is completely cooked when you can stab it all the way through with a fork.
Prepare Pizza Crust
Heat your olive oil in a pan, and then place your potato in the middle of the pan. Place a piece of parchment on top, then use a large plate to press the potato down to make a pizza crust. Use a spatula to smooth out the edges.
Cook Your Crust
Cook your potato over low-medium heat until the bottom is golden, about 8 minutes. Flip the potato crust upside down onto a parchment-lined baking tray.
Add Toppings
Add your favorite toppings. Spread your tomato sauce over the crust, followed by vegan mozzarella cheese, cherry tomatoes, dollops of vegan pesto, and kalamata olives.
Bake Smashed Potato Pizza
Bake your potato pizza at 400f for 15-20 minutes or until the bottom is crispy and the cheese is melted.
Serve
Cut the potato pizza into slices and enjoy!
Recipe Tips for Smashed Potato Pizza
Avoid Overcooking – Cook your potatoes until fork tender in the first step. Over-cooking will make them too soft, and they won’t hold their shape when smashed.
Choose the Right Potatoes – Opt for a starchy potato variety like russet potatoes for the best results. Their high starch content creates a crispy crust when smashed and cooked.
Don’t Skimp on Oil – Use enough olive oil when cooking the potato crust to ensure it gets crispy and golden brown. The oil also adds flavor and prevents sticking.
Customize Your Toppings – Get creative with your toppings! Experiment with different combinations of sauces, cheeses, vegetables, and proteins to create your own unique flavor profiles.
Watch the Heat – Keep an eye on the heat while baking the potato crust to avoid burning. Cooking over low-medium heat allows the crust to brown evenly without over-browning.
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Smashed Potato Pizza
Ingredients
- 1 lb. Russet Potato extra large
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- salt and pepper
Optional Toppings
- 1/4 cup tomato sauce
- 1/3 cup vegan mozzarella cheese
- 5 cherry tomatoes halved
- 1 tbsp vegan pesto
- 1 tbsp kalamata olives
Instructions
- Start by cooking your potato. I like to cook it in the microwave for convenience, but you can also bake your potato.
- If using the microwave, stab your potato with a fork all over about 20 times, then place it on a plate and pop it in the microwave for 8 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- You’ll know it is completely cooked when you can stab it all the way through with a fork.
- Heat your olive oil in a pan, then place your potato in the middle.
- Place a piece of parchment on top, then use a large plate to press the potato down to make a pizza crust. Use a spatula to smooth out the edges.
- Cook your potato over low-medium heat until the bottom is golden, about 8 minutes.
- Flip the potato crust upside down onto a parchment-lined baking tray.
- Add your favorite toppings, and then bake your potato pizza at 400F for 15-20 minutes or until the bottom is crispy and the cheese is melted.
- Serve and enjoy!
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