Crustless Pizza Bowls

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Crustless Pizza Bowls

If you love the flavors of pizza but want to skip the carb-heavy crust, Crustless Pizza Bowls are the perfect solution. This simple, satisfying meal combines all your favorite pizza toppings with a rich tomato sauce and gooey melted cheese, all baked together in an individual bowl. It’s an excellent choice for anyone following a low-carb or keto lifestyle, and it’s also incredibly customizable to suit every taste.

Whether you’re preparing a quick family dinner or meal prepping lunches for the week, these pizza bowls are ready in under 30 minutes and deliver all the comfort of traditional pizza without the extra carbohydrates.


Why You’ll Love This Recipe

  • Low in carbohydrates and keto-friendly
  • Ready in about 30 minutes
  • Easy to customize with your favorite toppings
  • Great for meal prep
  • Family-friendly and naturally gluten-free (when using gluten-free ingredients)

Ingredients

For the Pizza Base

  • 1 pound (450g) ground Italian sausage or lean ground beef
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil (if needed)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Sauce

  • 1 cup sugar-free pizza sauce or marinara sauce

Cheese

  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Toppings

Choose any combination of your favorites:

  • Pepperoni slices
  • Sliced mushrooms
  • Diced green bell peppers
  • Black olives
  • Red onions
  • Cooked bacon
  • Jalapeños
  • Cooked crumbled sausage
  • Fresh spinach

Garnish

  • Fresh basil
  • Chopped parsley
  • Crushed red pepper flakes (optional)

Equipment Needed

  • Large skillet
  • Mixing spoon
  • Oven-safe ramekins or small baking dishes
  • Baking tray
  • Oven

Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1: Preheat the Oven

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Lightly grease four oven-safe ramekins or small baking dishes with cooking spray or a little olive oil.


Step 2: Cook the Meat

Heat a large skillet over medium heat.

If using lean beef, add a tablespoon of olive oil. Brown the meat while breaking it into small crumbles.

Cook for about 6–8 minutes, until no longer pink.

Drain any excess grease if necessary.


 

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