Description
This Low Carb Crustless Pizza Bowl is a delicious, high-protein meal that satisfies your pizza cravings without the carbs! Packed with seasoned ground beef or sausage, sugar-free marinara, melted mozzarella, and your favorite toppings, it’s perfect for quick high protein meals, easy dinner ideas, or low-carb lunches. Whether you’re following a keto lifestyle or just want something hearty and guilt-free, this dish is one of those healthy recipes to try.
Ingredients
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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1/2 pound ground beef or Italian sausage
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1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
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1/2 teaspoon onion powder
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1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
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1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
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Salt and pepper, to taste
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1/2 cup sugar-free marinara sauce
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1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
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1/4 cup sliced mushrooms
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1/4 cup sliced black olives
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1/4 cup diced bell peppers
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1/4 cup pepperoni slices (or turkey pepperoni)
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2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
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Fresh basil or parsley, for garnish
Instructions
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Cook the Meat: In a skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil. Add ground beef or sausage and cook until browned, breaking it into crumbles. Drain excess grease.
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Season: Stir in garlic powder, onion powder, Italian seasoning, crushed red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Cook for another minute.
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Assemble: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). In oven-safe bowls or ramekins, layer the cooked meat. Pour marinara sauce over it.
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Add Toppings: Sprinkle mozzarella on top, then layer mushrooms, olives, bell peppers, and pepperoni. Finish with Parmesan.
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Bake: Bake in the oven for 10–12 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
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Garnish: Remove from oven, garnish with fresh basil or parsley, and serve hot.
Notes
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You can customize toppings with your favorite low-carb veggies or meats.
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To save time, use pre-cooked sausage crumbles or leftover meat.
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Great for meal prep—store in fridge and reheat as needed.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 390 kcal
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 29g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg