Description

This Low Carb Crustless Pizza Bowl is a delicious and easy-to-make meal perfect for those following a low-carb or keto lifestyle. Packed with savory Italian sausage, sautéed vegetables, and melted mozzarella cheese, this crustless pizza bowl offers all the flavors of a classic pizza without the carbs from the crust. It’s gluten-free, adaptable, and perfect for a quick dinner or meal prep.

Ingredients

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Meat and Vegetables

1 tablespoon olive oil
½ pound Italian sausage or ground beef
½ cup sliced mushrooms
½ cup green bell pepper, diced
¼ cup red onion, sliced

Sauce and Seasonings

½ cup low-carb marinara sauce
½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
½ teaspoon garlic powder
Salt and black pepper to taste

Cheese and Toppings

1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
10–12 slices pepperoni
Red pepper flakes (optional)
Fresh basil for garnish (optional)

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Instructions

Preheat oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to get it ready for baking the pizza bowls.
Cook the meat: In a skillet over medium heat, heat the olive oil and add the Italian sausage or ground beef. Cook, breaking it into crumbles, until fully browned. Drain excess fat and transfer the cooked meat to a bowl.
Sauté vegetables: Using the same skillet, sauté the sliced mushrooms, green bell pepper, and red onion for 3–4 minutes until softened. Season with Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper to enhance the flavor.
Assemble bowls: Divide the cooked meat evenly between 2–3 oven-safe ramekins or small baking dishes. Layer each with the sautéed vegetables, then spoon marinara sauce over them. Top with shredded mozzarella cheese, grated Parmesan, and arrange pepperoni slices on top.
Bake: Place the assembled bowls in the preheated oven and bake for 10–12 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Broil and garnish: For a golden and slightly crispy cheese topping, broil the bowls for an additional 2 minutes. Remove from oven and garnish with red pepper flakes or fresh basil if desired. Serve hot and enjoy!

Notes

Customize with your favorite toppings such as olives, spinach, or jalapeños for extra flavor and nutrition.
For a lighter or vegetarian version, substitute Italian sausage with turkey sausage or plant-based crumbles.
This recipe is naturally gluten-free and low-carb, making it perfect for keto diets.
Use oven-safe ramekins or small baking dishes to ensure even cooking and easy serving.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bowl
Calories: 390
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 850mg
Fat: 28g
Saturated Fat: 12g
Unsaturated Fat: 14g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 6g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 28g
Cholesterol: 75mg