Here’s a low-carb pizza bowl recipe that’s hearty, satisfying, and packed with all the classic pizza flavors—without the crust. 🍕🥣
🍕 Low Carb Pizza Bowls
Ingredients
- 1 lb (450g) ground beef (or turkey)
- 1 cup low-carb marinara sauce (no sugar added)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup pepperoni slices (optional)
- 1/2 cup sliced mushrooms (optional)
- 1/2 cup diced bell pepper (optional)
- 1/4 cup chopped onion (optional)
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt & pepper, to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Optional toppings: sliced olives, red pepper flakes, fresh basil, parmesan
🥣 Instructions
1. Cook the Meat
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat
- Add onions and bell peppers (if using) and sauté until softened
- Add ground beef and cook until browned
- Drain excess fat
2. Add Sauce & Seasoning
- Stir in marinara sauce
- Add Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt & pepper
- Simmer 5 minutes
3. Assemble the Pizza Bowls
- Divide mixture into bowls
- Top each with pepperoni and mushrooms (if using)
- Sprinkle mozzarella cheese on top
4. Melt the Cheese
- Option 1: Microwave 1–2 minutes until cheese melts
- Option 2: Broil in oven for 2–3 minutes until bubbly
- Option 3: Cover and let sit 5 minutes until cheese melts
5. Add Toppings & Serve
Top with:
- fresh basil
- olives
- red pepper flakes
- parmesan
✅ Tips
- Use sugar-free marinara to keep carbs low
- For extra low carb, swap beef for Italian sausage
- Make it keto by adding more cheese and pepperoni
Want a vegetarian, buffalo chicken, or cauliflower rice version?