Craving pizza but trying to cut back on carbs? Meet your new favorite low-effort, high-flavor solution: the Crustless Low Carb Pizza Bowl. It’s everything you love about pizza—melty cheese, savory meats, and bold Italian flavors—without the heavy crust or guilt. Perfect for busy weeknights, keto lifestyles, or anyone looking to enjoy comfort food the smarter way.
This quick, customizable dish comes together in just 15 minutes and is baked to bubbly, cheesy perfection. Whether you’re meal-prepping for the week or feeding a hungry family, this pizza bowl satisfies every time. Plus, it’s naturally gluten-free, packed with protein, and endlessly versatile. Just layer your favorite toppings and let the oven do the rest!
Crustless Low Carb Pizza Bowl Recipe
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 2 bowls
🧀 Ingredients:
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1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
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1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
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1/2 cup pizza sauce (low sugar or no added sugar)
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1/2 cup sliced pepperoni (or any preferred protein: sausage, chicken, turkey)
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1/4 cup chopped bell peppers
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1/4 cup sliced black olives
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1/4 cup chopped red onions
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1/2 tsp dried oregano
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1/2 tsp garlic powder
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Crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
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Fresh basil or parsley for garnish (optional)
👩🍳 Instructions:
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Preheat Oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease two small oven-safe bowls or ramekins.
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Layer Cheese Base: Divide the mozzarella evenly between the bowls to form a cheesy bottom layer.
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Add Sauce: Spoon 1/4 cup of pizza sauce into each bowl over the cheese.
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Pile On Toppings: Add pepperoni, bell peppers, onions, olives—or your favorite toppings.
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Season It Up: Sprinkle with Parmesan, oregano, garlic powder, and optional red pepper flakes.
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Bake It: Place bowls on a baking tray and bake for 12–15 minutes, or until cheese is bubbly and golden.
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Garnish & Serve: Remove carefully (they’ll be hot!). Top with fresh herbs and enjoy straight from the bowl.
🔥 Why You’ll Love This Recipe:
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Low-carb, high-protein, and gluten-free
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Fully customizable with your favorite toppings
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Perfect for keto, diabetic-friendly, or clean eating plans
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Comfort food made healthy—no crust, no guilt!
⚖️ Estimated Macros (per bowl):
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Calories: 380
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Protein: 25g
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Carbs: 9g (net carbs: ~6g)
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Fat: 28g
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(Macros may vary depending on toppings and sauce used)