Low Carb Pizza Bowls
These Low Carb Pizza Bowls are a delicious and healthy alternative to traditional pizza, allowing you to enjoy all the flavors without the carbs. Packed with savory toppings and a cheesy goodness, this dish can be personalized to your liking.
Equipment
- 1 oven
- 1 baking dish (9x9 inches or similar)
- 1 skillet
- 1 mixing bowl
- 1 grater (for cheese)
Ingredients
- 1 large zucchini About 6 inches long.
- 1 lb ground beef or ground turkey
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup sliced pepperoni
- ½ cup diced bell peppers Any color.
- ½ cup sliced black olives
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- to taste salt and pepper
- for garnish fresh basil leaves Optional.
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Slice the zucchini in half lengthwise and use a spoon to scoop out some of the inside, creating a hollow bowl. Lightly salt the inside and place the zucchini halves in a baking dish.
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef or turkey until browned. Drain excess fat if necessary.
- Stir in the marinara sauce, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Allow to simmer for about 5 minutes.
- Spoon the meat mixture into each zucchini bowl evenly.
- Top each filled zucchini with the shredded mozzarella cheese, followed by the sliced pepperoni, bell peppers, and black olives.
- Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes.
- Remove the foil and bake for an additional 5 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and slightly browned.
- Once done, remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes. Garnish with fresh basil leaves if desired.
Notes
Feel free to customize the toppings to your preference – add mushrooms, onions, or other favorite pizza toppings.
You can use a different type of cheese if you prefer, such as cheddar or provolone.
These pizza bowls can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven or microwave.