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Low Carb Crustless Pizza Bowl: A Simple Miracle for Busy Weeknights

Low Carb Crustless Pizza Bowl in a cast iron skillet with melted cheese.
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A hearty low-carb crustless pizza bowl loaded with seasoned ground meat, marinara sauce, vegetables, and melted mozzarella and Parmesan cheese. Perfect for satisfying pizza cravings without the carbs.

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 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon 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. Season with garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.

3. Spread the cooked meat evenly in the bottom of an oven-safe skillet or baking dish to create the base layer.

4. Spoon the marinara sauce over the meat and spread evenly.

5. Add the diced onion, bell pepper, mushrooms, and olives if using.

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

7. Bake for 15–20 minutes until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and lightly golden.

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

Notes

Use a low-sugar marinara sauce to keep the recipe keto-friendly.

You can customize toppings with pepperoni, spinach, or zucchini.

This dish can also be prepared in individual ramekins for personal servings.

Store leftovers in the refrigerator and reheat in the oven or microwave.

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