Loaded Crustless Pizza Bowls

Here is the full recipe for these delicious, low-carb Crustless Pizza Bowls:

Loaded Crustless Pizza Bowls

Prep time: 15 mins | Bake time: 15–20 mins | Servings: 4 individual bowls

Ingredients

For the Base & Filling:

• 1 lb (450g) ground beef or Italian sausage
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning
• ½ tsp garlic powder
• Salt and black pepper, to taste
• 1 cup marinara or pizza sauce (sugar-free for low-carb)

For the Toppings & Cheese:

• 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
• ⅓ cup mini pepperoni slices (or regular sliced pepperoni)
• ¼ cup bell peppers (green and yellow, chopped)
• 2 tbsp sliced black olives
• ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 tsp dried oregano or fresh parsley, for garnish

Instructions

1. Cook the Meat

1. Heat a skillet over medium heat. Add the ground beef or Italian sausage, break it up with a spatula, and cook until browned and fully cooked through.
2. Drain off any excess grease.
3. Stir in the Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Remove from heat.

2. Assemble the Bowls

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Arrange 4 individual oven-safe baking dishes or foil tins on a baking sheet.
3. Spoon a layer of pizza sauce (about 2 tablespoons) into the bottom of each bowl.
4. Add a layer of the cooked seasoned meat.
5. Top the meat with a light layer of mozzarella cheese, followed by another small spoonful of pizza sauce.
6. Divide the remaining mozzarella and Parmesan cheese evenly among the bowls to cover the tops generously.
7. Top each bowl with pepperoni slices, chopped bell peppers, and sliced black olives.

3. Bake & Serve

1. Place the baking sheet in the oven and bake for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and lightly golden brown on top.
2. Garnish with a sprinkle of dried oregano or fresh parsley.
3. Let cool for 5 minutes before serving, and enjoy!