With over 200 autoimmune conditions, and an estimated 23.5 million Americans suffering (according to the National Institutes of Health), healing comes from many different forms for each and every one of us. Most of us follow a specific diet to minimize symptoms and keep our health as steady as possible, but these restricted diets often mean our favorites are off-limits.
National Pizza Day is right around the corner on February 9th, but with all the gluten, dairy, nightshades, and varied toppings, most of us have had to give it up — until now! Check out our favorites for keeping this delicious meal autoimmune-diet friendly.
The Crust:
Commercial Products:
Cappello’s Naked Pizza Crust: Grain-free, gluten-free, paleo, vegetarian, dairy-free, soy-free, yeast-free and non-GMO ingredients.
Caulipower’s Paleo Cauliflower Crust: Grain-free, gluten-free, paleo, vegetarian, dairy-free and soy-free.
Simple Mills Pizza Dough Mix: Grain-free, certified gluten-free, paleo, vegan, dairy-free, soy-free, corn-free, and zero gums/emulsifiers. **Personal favorite from blog manager, Stacy @gutsygirlblog!
Make It From Scratch:
Detoxinista Cauliflower Crust OR Vegan Alternative
Paleo Running Momma Grain-Free, Dairy Free Quick & Easy Crust
The Sauce:
Clean, Tomato Products:
Rao’s Homemade Pizza Sauce: Tomatoes, olive oil, carrots, and spices – that’s it!
Simple Truth Organic Pizza Sauce: Tomatoes, olive oil, tons of spices – all organic, at a price point a bit cheaper than Rao’s.
Tomato-Free (Nightshade-Free) Options:
World Market Butternut Squash Sauce: Rich, creamy and savory. Perfect for those avoiding nightshades, but does contain dairy.
Primal Kitchen Garlic Alfredo Sauce: Perfect for white pizzas. No dairy, gluten, soy, canola oil or artificial ingredients.
Unbound Wellness Nomato Sauce Recipe: Homemade, nightshade-free sauce recipe that is AIP, Paleo, and Whole30 compliant.
Amy Myers Dino Kale Pesto: Easy, AIP-friendly homemade pesto sauce perfect for pizzas!
Drizzle olive oil & garlic (no link, just simple and delicious!)
The Cheese – Dairy-Free Alternatives:
Soyatoo She’s Mozza (plant-based mozzarella): **Personal favorite from blog author, Lauren Tarr!
Minimalist Baker Easy Vegan Mozzarella Cashew Cheese Recipe
Follow Your Heart Parmesan-Style Shreds
Did we miss any of your favorites? Tell us your best tips for enjoying an autoimmune-friendly pizza in the comments below!
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