Low-Carb Crustless Pizza Bowl

Description

This low-carb crustless pizza bowl delivers all the cheesy, savoury flavours of pizza without the crust. Made with seasoned ground beef, colourful bell peppers, rich pizza sauce, and melted mozzarella cheese, it’s a quick, satisfying meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights or anyone following a low-carb lifestyle.

Ingredients

• 1 lb (450g) lean ground beef
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 small onion, diced
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 red bell pepper, sliced
• 1 green bell pepper, sliced
• ½ cup low-sugar pizza sauce
• 1½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• ½ teaspoon oregano
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• Chopped parsley (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Heat olive oil in a skillet and sauté onion and garlic until fragrant.
3. Add ground beef and cook until browned. Drain excess fat if needed.
4. Stir in bell peppers, pizza sauce, Italian seasoning, oregano, salt, and pepper. Cook for 3–4 minutes.
5. Divide the mixture into oven-safe bowls or baking dishes.
6. Top each bowl with mozzarella cheese.
7. Bake for 10–15 minutes, then broil for 2 minutes until the cheese is golden and bubbly.
8. Garnish with parsley and serve hot.

Notes

• Use low-carb pizza sauce to keep carbohydrates lower.
• Add mushrooms, olives, or pepperoni for extra pizza flavour.
• Despite some online claims, this recipe is not zero-carb because vegetables, sauce, and cheese contain small amounts of carbohydrates.

Tips

• Use freshly shredded mozzarella for better melting.
• Add crushed red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.
• Prepare the beef mixture ahead of time for quick meals.
• Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Servings

Serves: 4

Nutritional Information (Per Serving)

• Calories: 390
• Protein: 30g
• Fat: 27g
• Carbohydrates: 8g
• Fiber: 2g
• Net Carbs: 6g
• Sodium: 620mg

Nutrition values are approximate.

Health Benefits

• High in protein to support muscle maintenance.
• Lower in carbohydrates than traditional pizza.
• Bell peppers provide vitamins A and C.
• Calcium-rich mozzarella supports bone health.
• Satisfies pizza cravings while fitting many low-carb eating plans.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is this really zero carbs?
No. It is low-carb, but ingredients like peppers, onion, cheese, and pizza sauce contain carbohydrates.

Q: Can I use ground turkey?
Yes, ground turkey or chicken works well as a lean alternative.

Q: Can I freeze it?
Yes. Freeze before or after baking for up to 2 months.

Q: What other toppings can I add?
Mushrooms, black olives, pepperoni, spinach, cooked sausage, or jalapeños are all great options.