Crustless Low Carb Pizza Recipe
This crustless low-carb pizza is a delicious alternative to traditional pizza, packed with flavor and perfect for those following a low-carb lifestyle. It’s easy to make and satisfies your pizza cravings without the guilt of a carb-heavy crust.
- Author: Elena
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Low Carb
Ground Meat Mixture:
- 1 pound ground beef or turkey
- 1 cup mushrooms, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup chopped bell peppers (green)
- 1/2 cup chopped onions
- 2 minced garlic cloves
- 1 tablespoon of olive oil
- A dash of salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional heat boost)
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian herbs
Toppings:
- 1 cup marinara sauce (no sugar, low carb)
- 1/4 cup Parmesan, grated freshly
- 1 1/2 cups mozzarella, shredded fresh
- Chopped basil or parsley for garnish
- Preheat and Prep: Set the oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare baking dishes on a baking tray.
- Cook Veggies: Sauté onions, peppers, mushrooms, and garlic in olive oil until soft.
- Brown the Meat: Add ground meat to the skillet, season, and cook until browned.
- Add Marinara and Mix: Stir in marinara sauce and simmer for a few minutes.
- Layer the Bowls: Divide the meat mixture into ramekins, top with mozzarella, Parmesan, and optional red pepper flakes.
- Bake the Cheese Topping: Bake filled ramekins for 10-12 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Finish and Enjoy: Garnish with basil or parsley before serving.
Notes
- You can customize the toppings to suit your taste, such as adding olives, pepperoni, or any other favorite pizza toppings.
- Make sure to let the ramekins cool slightly before serving as they will be very hot.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Low Carb, Crustless Pizza, Low Carb Pizza Recipe, Ground Meat Pizza