We all love a good pizza, and I would be the first one to put their hands up in the air and order one. However, since turning gluten-free I have noticed that the quality of some gluten-free pizza bases are just not good, or at least they definitely don't have the same texture. So whilst I've been experimenting with trying new bases, I also tried to think of different vegetables I could use instead, and that's how I found out about aubergine pizzas. I know it might sound strange, but they honestly work so so well (especially when you flavour them really well with great herbs!) and the flavours combined are exactly like those of an aubergine parmigiana, but a deconstructed one! You guys have to try it for yourselves, I'm sure you're going to love them!

What's not to love?

If you're looking for a lighter meal, or it's roasting hot outside and you don't really want to eat that much, then this is the recipe for you. You're still getting plenty of nutrients and things you need, but it's easier to digest, so filled with flavour and actually really fun to make! I really think that younger helping hands will have such fun making these! And once you start you can really start experimenting with different toppings (look for more recipes coming your way soon...) but I've chosen these particular ingredients for the following reasons:

• Aubergines are incredibly nutrient dense and are great forms of B vitamins, manganese and magnesium, as well as being high in fibre (which will help to lower blood sugar levels and promote a healthy digestion) and filled with antioxidants that can help to protect the body against many types of chronic diseases, such as heart disease and cancer.
• Pine Nuts may be high in fat (as all nuts and seeds technically are) but this fat comes from unsaturated fats, which is needed in moderate amounts in the body to help to reduce the risk of factors for heart disease. Also, one of the fatty acids found in unsaturated fats may possibly exhibit anti-inflammatory effects!
• Tomatoes are great for helping to keep your heart healthy, protecting your eyes and skin (due to being a source of carotenoids), providing vitamin K (which we need for blood clotting and wound healing) and possibly helping to reduce menopausal symptoms.