Description
Delightful low carb pizza bowls deliver all the zesty flavors of classic pizza without the carb-heavy crust. Cheese, pepperoni, and Italian herbs combine in a satisfying skillet meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Proteins:
- 1 pound (454 grams) Italian sausage
- 1/2 cup (75 grams) sliced pepperoni
Cheese:
- 1 cup (113 grams) shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup (25 grams) grated Parmesan cheese
Vegetables and Seasonings:
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) marinara sauce
- 1/2 cup (75 grams) sliced mushrooms
- 1/4 cup (40 grams) chopped bell peppers
- 1/4 cup (35 grams) sliced black olives
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Fresh basil, chopped (optional for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the protein by browning Italian sausage or ground beef in a skillet over medium heat until fully cooked, ensuring no pink remains. Drain excess grease thoroughly.
- Select 4 oven-safe bowls and distribute the cooked meat evenly among them, creating a foundational layer.
- Generously pour marinara sauce over the meat, coating the surface completely.
- Sprinkle garlic powder and Italian seasoning across each bowl to enhance the flavor profile.
- Layer toppings strategically: add sliced mushrooms, diced bell peppers, pepperoni rounds, and chopped black olives on top of the seasoned meat.
- Liberally cover the layered ingredients with a blend of shredded mozzarella and Parmesan cheese, ensuring complete coverage.
- Position the bowls on a baking sheet and transfer to a preheated 400°F (200°C) oven.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until the cheese melts into a golden, bubbling surface.
- Optional: Garnish with fresh basil leaves for an aromatic finishing touch.
- Serve immediately while hot and enjoy this low-carb pizza bowl creation.
Notes
- Choose high-quality sausage or ground beef for maximum flavor intensity.
- Use a lean meat option to keep the dish lighter and healthier without sacrificing taste.
- Customize vegetable toppings based on personal preference or dietary needs – bell peppers and mushrooms can be swapped with zucchini or spinach for variety.
- Consider using fresh mozzarella instead of pre-shredded cheese for a more authentic, creamy texture that melts beautifully.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 389 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 860 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 13 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 27 g
- Cholesterol: 95 mg