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Close-up of a baked crustless pizza bowl in a foil container, topped with melted cheese, sliced black olives, fresh basil, and golden brown spots of cheese.

Cheesy Low Carb Crustless Pizza Bowl


  • Author: Chef Clara
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

Cheesy Low Carb Crustless Pizza Bowl is packed with melty cheese, savory sauce, and your favorite toppings—all flavor, no crust needed!


Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

  • 1/2 pound Italian sausage (mild or spicy), casings removed

  • 1/2 cup mushrooms, sliced

  • 1/2 cup green bell pepper, diced

  • 1/4 cup onion, diced

  • 1 cup marinara or pizza sauce (low-sugar for keto)

  • 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

  • 12 slices pepperoni

  • 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning

  • Optional toppings: red pepper flakes, black olives, jalapeños, etc.


Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Grease two 10-oz oven-safe bowls.

  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet, cook sausage until browned. Remove and set aside.

  3. In the same skillet, sauté mushrooms, bell pepper, and onion until tender.

  4. Assemble bowls:

    • Add 2 tbsp marinara to each bowl

    • Layer with half the sausage and veggies

    • Add 1/4 cup mozzarella and 3 slices pepperoni

    • Repeat layers

  5. Sprinkle Italian seasoning on top.

  6. Place bowls on a baking sheet and bake 15–20 minutes, until cheese is bubbly.

  7. For a browned top, broil for 1–2 minutes, watching closely.

  8. Let cool slightly before serving.

Notes

  • Use sugar-free marinara to keep it keto.
  • Great for meal prep—assemble ahead and bake when ready.
  • Customize toppings to suit your pizza cravings.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Oven-Baked
  • Cuisine: Italian-American