Low Carb Pizza Bowl (Print)

Savor pizza flavors without the carbs in these cheesy, meaty bowls packed with Italian seasonings and fresh vegetables.

# Ingredients:

→ Base Ingredients

01 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
02 - 1/2 cup onions, chopped
03 - 1/2 cup green bell peppers, chopped
04 - 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
05 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
06 - 1 pound ground beef or ground turkey

→ Seasonings and Sauce

07 - 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
08 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
09 - 1 cup low-carb marinara sauce, no sugar added
10 - 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, optional

→ Cheese and Toppings

11 - 1 1/2 cups mozzarella cheese, freshly shredded
12 - 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, freshly grated
13 - Fresh basil or parsley, chopped (for garnish)

# Steps:

01 - Set your oven to 400°F (200°C). Prepare 2-3 oven-safe ramekins or small baking dishes, placing them on a baking sheet for easier handling.
02 - Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onions, bell peppers, and mushrooms to the skillet, and cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened. Add garlic and cook for 1 more minute, stirring to avoid burning.
03 - Move vegetables to one side of the skillet. Add ground beef or turkey to the cleared area. Season with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Cook while breaking it up with a spoon until browned and fully cooked, about 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess fat, if necessary.
04 - Stir in the low-carb marinara sauce. Mix well and let simmer for 2-3 minutes to meld flavors and slightly thicken. Adjust seasonings, if needed.
05 - Divide the meat and veggie mixture evenly among prepared ramekins. Leave space at the top for cheese. Sprinkle generously with mozzarella and Parmesan. Optionally, add a pinch of crushed red pepper flakes.
06 - Place the baking sheet with filled ramekins into the preheated oven. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and golden brown.
07 - Remove pizza bowls from the oven and let them cool for 2-3 minutes. Garnish with fresh basil or parsley before serving. Be careful with hot ramekins.

# Additional Notes:

01 - Ideal for low-carb, keto, and gluten-free diets, offering the flavors of pizza without the crust.
02 - Use your favorite toppings like pepperoni, olives, or additional cheeses for customization.
03 - Choose marinara sauce with no added sugars or high-carb ingredients for a true low-carb option.

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