Low Carb Crustless Pizza Bowl

Servings: 1 large bowl (easily scalable)
Diet: Low-carb, keto-friendly, gluten-free
Total time: ~20 minutes

Ingredients

Base

• 1/2 cup low-carb pizza sauce (no added sugar; ~2–3g net carbs)

• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (whole-milk preferred)

• 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

Protein (choose one or mix)

• 1/3 cup cooked Italian sausage (pork or chicken)

• 1/3 cup cooked pepperoni slices (quartered)

• 1/3 cup cooked ground beef or ground turkey

• 1/2 cup cooked chicken breast (diced)

Vegetables (optional but recommended)

• 1/4 cup sliced mushrooms

• 2 tablespoons diced green bell pepper

• 2 tablespoons sliced black olives

• 2 tablespoons diced onion (small amount to keep carbs low)

• 1/4 cup fresh spinach (chopped)

Seasoning

• 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning

• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder

• Salt and black pepper to taste

• Red pepper flakes (optional)

Toppings (after baking)

• Fresh basil or oregano (optional)

• Drizzle of olive oil or garlic butter (optional)

Instructions

1. Preheat oven

   • Set oven to 400°F (205°C).

   • Lightly grease an oven-safe bowl or small baking dish (8–12 oz size).

2. Prepare the sauce layer

   • Spread pizza sauce evenly across the bottom of the bowl.

   • Sprinkle garlic powder and Italian seasoning over the sauce.

3. Add protein and vegetables

   • Layer cooked protein evenly over the sauce.

   • Add vegetables on top, distributing evenly.

   • Lightly season with salt and pepper.

4. Cheese layer

   • Sprinkle mozzarella evenly over the entire bowl.

   • Top with Parmesan cheese for browning and flavor.

5. Bake

   • Place bowl on a baking sheet (in case of bubbling over).

   • Bake uncovered for 12–15 minutes, until cheese is melted and bubbly.

6. Broil (optional but recommended)

   • Switch oven to broil.

   • Broil for 1–3 minutes until cheese is lightly browned.

   • Watch closely to prevent burning.

7. Rest and finish

   • Let rest 3–5 minutes before eating.

   • Add fresh herbs or olive oil if desired.

Microwave Version (Quick Option)

1. Use a microwave-safe bowl.

2. Assemble ingredients in the same order.

3. Microwave on high for 2–3 minutes, stopping halfway to stir lightly.

4. Let rest 1 minute before eating.

Estimated Nutrition (approximate)

Using sausage + mozzarella:

• Calories: 450–550

• Protein: 30–35g

• Fat: 35–40g

• Net carbs: 5–8g (depends on sauce and vegetables)

Variations

Keto Supreme

• Sausage, pepperoni, olives, mushrooms, extra cheese

Chicken Alfredo Pizza Bowl

• Replace pizza sauce with low-carb Alfredo sauce

• Add chicken and spinach

Veggie Pizza Bowl

• Skip meat

• Add zucchini, mushrooms, peppers, olives

• Increase cheese for satiety

Dairy-Light

• Use part-skim mozzarella

• Reduce cheese by 25 percent