Low Carb Pizza Bowls
Enjoy a guilt-free pizza experience with these Low Carb Pizza Bowls. Packed with flavor and nutrition, these bowls substitute traditional crust with fresh veggies and protein while maintaining that classic pizza taste.
Equipment
- 1 oven
- 1 baking dish
- 1 skillet
- 1 cutting board
- 1 measuring cups and spoons
- 1 aluminum foil
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground turkey or beef
- 1 medium zucchini, diced
- 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
- 1 cup fresh spinach
- 1 cup marinara sauce (low-carb)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- to taste salt
- to taste pepper
- for garnish fresh basil leaves optional
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a skillet, cook the ground turkey or beef over medium heat until browned, breaking it into small pieces as it cooks. Season with salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, and garlic powder. Drain excess fat if necessary.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked meat, diced zucchini, diced bell pepper, and fresh spinach. Mix well.
- Pour in the marinara sauce and stir until all ingredients are evenly coated.
- Transfer the mixture into a baking dish and spread it out evenly.
- Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese on top of the mixture.
- Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 20 minutes.
- Remove the foil and bake for an additional 5 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes. Garnish with fresh basil if desired, and serve warm.
Notes
Feel free to customize the filling ingredients by adding your favorite low-carb vegetables or protein sources.
This dish can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to three days. Reheat before serving.
For extra flavor, consider adding toppings like olives, pepperoni, or additional spices as desired.