Cauliflower Crust

Cauliflower crust is a pizza crust made primarily from finely processed cauliflower florets, often mixed with binders like cheese, eggs, or gluten-free flours. The cauliflower is typically steamed or roasted, then mashed or pureed before being formed into a pizza base and baked.

Cauliflower crust is used as a lower-carbohydrate alternative to traditional wheat-based pizza crusts. It is most commonly found in frozen pizzas, ready-to-bake pizza kits, and as an option in some restaurants.

Cauliflower crust is a food product and not an additive requiring FDA approval. It is generally considered safe for consumption. Regulatory bodies like the WHO/FAO Joint Expert Committee on Food Additives (JECFA) and the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) evaluate food ingredients, but their assessments typically focus on specific additives rather than composite food items like cauliflower crust. Evidence does not suggest adverse health effects from consuming cauliflower crust at typical dietary levels.