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Low Carb Crustless Pizza Bowl: A Quick and Amazing Dinner

A cheesy Low Carb Crustless Pizza Bowl with pepperoni and vegetables in a skillet.

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A hearty and satisfying low-carb crustless pizza bowl made with seasoned ground meat, marinara sauce, vegetables, and plenty of melted cheese. All the classic pizza flavors without the crust.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground beef, turkey, or Italian sausage
  • 1 cup marinara sauce (low-sugar if possible)
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 1 bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 cup sliced mushrooms
  • 1/2 cup sliced olives (optional)
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh basil or parsley for garnish

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

2. In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground meat until browned and fully cooked.

3. Season the meat with garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper while cooking.

4. Spread the cooked meat evenly in the bottom of an oven-safe skillet or baking dish.

5. Spoon the marinara sauce over the meat layer.

6. Add diced onions, bell peppers, mushrooms, and olives if using.

7. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan cheese evenly over the top.

8. Bake in the oven for 15–20 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

9. Remove from the oven, garnish with fresh basil or parsley, and serve hot.

Notes

Use low-sugar marinara sauce to keep the recipe lower in carbs.

You can customize the bowl with other pizza toppings like pepperoni, spinach, or jalapeños.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Reheat in the oven or microwave until warmed through.