Crustless Pizza Bowl
A delicious low-carb, high-protein meal that delivers all the classic pizza flavors—without the crust!
Ingredients (2–4 servings)
1 lb (450 g) ground Italian sausage or lean ground beef
1 cup mushrooms, sliced
1 small green bell pepper, diced
½ small onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1½ cups pizza sauce (low-sugar if preferred)
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
20–25 pepperoni slices
½ tsp Italian seasoning
¼ tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
Salt and black pepper, to taste
Fresh basil or parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the sausage or ground beef until browned. Drain any excess grease.
Add the onion, bell pepper, mushrooms, and garlic. Sauté for 4–5 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
Stir in the pizza sauce, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes (if using). Simmer for 2–3 minutes.
Divide the mixture evenly into oven-safe bowls or ramekins.
Top each bowl with mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, and pepperoni slices.
Bake for 10–15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
For a golden, slightly crispy top, broil for 1–2 minutes at the end.
Garnish with fresh basil or parsley and serve hot.
Optional Toppings
Black olives
Sliced jalapeños
Cooked bacon
Cooked chicken
Spinach
Diced tomatoes
Extra mozzarella or provolone cheese
