Easy Pizza Bowl Recipe (Low-Carb) (2024)

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By Heather

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Mar 07, 2022, Updated Mar 04, 2024

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This crustless pizza bowl recipe is easy to make and totally customizable. All the great taste of pizza without the crust. Great for an easy dinner that the whole family will enjoy.

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Our family loves a good pizza night and while I do enjoy a traditional pizza with pizza crust, or even this tortilla pizza, sometimes we like to cut carbs and make these delicious crustless pizza bowls.

Why you will enjoy this recipe

  • A super simple meal that’s a great way to spice up pizza night.
  • Easily customizable. Everyone can choose their favorite pizza toppings.
  • Since this recipe is crustless, it’s gluten-free, low-carb and Keto friendly.
  • Fast, this meal can be made in about 15 minutes start to finish.

Ingredients needed

You just need a few simple ingredients for these pizza bowls. Note, they are customizable so most of these ingredients can be easily substituted.

Marinara sauce – Use your favorite marinara sauce or pizza sauce. We like using Rao’s sauce because it’s lower in sugar.

Italian sausage – This is ingredient is optional. Use mild or spicy Italian sausage. You could also substitute with ground beef.

Bell pepper – Diced green, red, or yellow bell pepper.

Onion – I like using diced sweet onion but you can substitute with yellow or red onion.

Pepperoni – Use regular, mini, or turkey pepperoni.

Mozzarella cheese – Shredded mozzarella cheese.

Parmesan cheese – Use grated or shredded. Parmesan adds another layer of flavor.

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How to make a pizza bowl

Step one: Place Italian sausage in a large skillet over medium heat. Break up the sausage and cook until browned and cooked through.

Step two: Stir diced green peppers and onion in with the sausage and cook another 2-3 minutes.

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Step three: Place bowls on a baking sheet. You can use 4-6 bowls depending on the size.

Step four: To assemble the bowls, spoon a little sauce into the bottom of the oven-safe bowls. Top with mozzarella cheese. Next spoon on the sausage mixture and then add pepperoni slices. Finally top with more sauce, mozzarella cheese and a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese.

Step five: Bake at 400 degrees for 5-10 minutes or until cheese melts.

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Recipe tips

  • Chop your toppings small enough to fit in the bowl. You can also try mini pepperoni.
  • Make sure not to overfill the bowls so that the ingredients don’t spill out.
  • Use oven safe bowls and don’t forget to place them on a baking sheet in case something spills out.
  • You can make this into one large dish by using an 8 x 8 casserole dish.

Topping variations

Want to try some different topping combinations? Here are a few of our favorite. Just be sure to layer the bowl like this:

  1. Sauce
  2. Cheese
  3. Toppings
  4. Sauce
  5. Cheese

Vegetarian: If you don’t like meat try sauteeing some vegetables like mushrooms, diced bell peppers, chopped cauliflower, olives, and onion.

Hawaiian: This is great way to use leftover ham. Also add in diced pineapple and red onion.

BBQ chicken: Perfect for leftover chicken. Replace marinara sauce with BBQ sauce, add chicken, red onion, and Colby and Monterey Jack cheese.

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How to store

Store: If you have leftovers, let them cool to room temperature. You don’t want to put a hot bowl in the refrigerator. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or foil and store in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.

Reheat: These can easily be reheated in the microwave for 1 minute or back in the oven for at 375 degrees F for about 5 minutes or until heated through.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are pizza bowls Keto friendly?

Since these bowls are customizable, the ingredients you add will determine if they are Keto friendly. This recipe is low-carb and meant to be ok for Keto.

What kind of bowls?

You can use any oven-safe bowl. I like these 6 oz ramekins. 4 oz will also work.

Can this recipe be made in one large bowl?

Yes, these can be made in one larger bowl like a pie plate or 8×8 casserole dish.

More pizza recipes

  • Salami pizza
  • Air fryer pizza rolls
  • Frozen pizza in the air fryer
  • Supreme pizza pasta salad

Did you try this Keto bowl recipe? Let me know in the comments below and be sure to check out this Keto breakfast bowl.

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Pizza Bowl

By Heather

This pizza bowl recipes is

Prep: 5 minutes mins

Cook: 12 minutes mins

Total: 17 minutes mins

Servings: 6

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Ingredients

  • 1 lb Italian sausage
  • 1 cup diced mushrooms
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 1 green bell pepper, diced
  • 1/2 cup pepperonis
  • 2 cups marinara sauce
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated

Instructions

  • Place Italian sausage in a large skillet over medium heat. Break up the sausage and cook until browned and cooked through.

  • Stir diced green peppers and onion in with the sausage and cook another 2-3 minutes.

  • Place bowls on a baking sheet. You can use 4-6 bowls depending on the size.

  • To assemble the bowls, spoon a little sauce into the bottom of each oven-safe bowl. Top with mozzarella cheese. Next spoon on the sausage mixture and then add pepperoni slices. Finally top with more sauce, mozzarella cheese and a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese.

  • Bake at 400 degrees for 5-10 minutes or until cheese melts.

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Nutrition

Calories: 452kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 23g | Fat: 36g | Saturated Fat: 15g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 15g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 97mg | Sodium: 1382mg | Potassium: 619mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 680IU | Vitamin C: 24mg | Calcium: 220mg | Iron: 2mg

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

Additional Info

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American

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FAQs

How many carbs are in a crustless pizza bowl? ›

It is essentially a crustless pizza with all of your favorite pizza toppings baked up into a cheesy low-carb dinner! Only 10 grams net carbs per serving! This post contains affiliate links.

What is the best pizza for low-carb diet? ›

Several major chains provide low-carb options by using alternative crust options—commonly, cauliflower crust. Pizza Hut, Domino's, California Pizza Kitchen, Blaze, and Papa Murphy's are among the popular chains with cauliflower-crust pizzas on their menu.

Can I eat pizza on a low-carb diet? ›

Regular pizza bases are usually a no-no for those following a ketogenic or moderate low-carb diet. By swapping out a regular, carb-laden base for a Lo-Dough base, you can cut the carbs by more than 90%, reduce calories and simultaneously supplement your diet with the fibre it needs!

What is a pizza bowl made of? ›

A pizza bowl is a crustless pizza where all of your favorite pizza toppings are added to a bowl, topped with cheese and microwaved for 1 minute or baked under the broiler for 2-3 minutes.

Does cauliflower pizza have less carbs? ›

Depending on the brand and ingredients, cauliflower crust may provide up to 13 times fewer carbs than traditional crust.

How many carbs in a cauliflower pizza bowl? ›

This delicious dish has 12 grams of net carbs (Net carbs. Total carbs 18 g - fiber 6 g = Net carbs 12 g), with cauliflower florets and mozzarella cheese.

Will one slice of pizza ruin keto? ›

Regular Crust

If you're limiting your carbs to 20-50 grams per day, one slice of this type of crust will likely kick you out of ketosis.

Is there a keto friendly pizza? ›

Depending on your specific needs and preferences, you can order a pizza whose crust is made from gluten-free flour. This gives you a gluten-free crust that's ideal for your keto diet.

Which is lower carb pizza or pasta? ›

One slice of cheese pizza has fewer carbs than one cup of cooked spaghetti – 36 grams in a typical cheese pizza versus 43 grams in one cup of pasta. However, pizza has more calories than pasta, 285 in a slice of pizza versus 220 in a cup of cooked pasta.

How many carbs should I consume daily to lose weight? ›

Experts say you should aim to burn 500 calories more than what you eat each day. As far as how many carbohydrates to eat, Pratt says 100 to 150 grams of carbohydrates is safe for most people who are trying to lose weight. It may be better for some people to eat carbs consistently throughout the day.

Is there a cheat day in keto diet? ›

Especially for those just starting out, cravings for sugar, bread, rice, or pasta are going to kick in sooner rather than later. That's why plenty of keto dieters look forward to having a cheat day — 24 hours where they can indulge in all their carb cravings without guilt.

Can I just eat the cheese off pizza for keto? ›

Folks who love cheese and pizza together will be relieved to know that there are many cheese types that go well with a keto diet. Here are some of the cheeses you can add to your pizza without feeling guilty: Mozzarella cheese (shredded or fresh) Pepper jack cheese.

Are pizza Bowls diabetic friendly? ›

Perfect for a quick lunch or family dinner, everyone will love these pizza bowls and won't even know they are keto, low carb and diabetic friendly. Only 3g net carbs per bowl. Jump To: Other low carb pizza recipes you might enjoy.

What is a pizza bowl from Papa John's? ›

A Papa Bowl is a creative way to enjoy all the Papa Johns pizza toppings you love, but without the crust. Papa Bowls combine all your favorite pizza toppings in a bowl and bake them to piping hot perfection. No crust - just delicious vegetables, juicy meats, melty cheeses, and our signature sauces.

What is crustless pizza made of? ›

No crust pizza is a delicious alternative to traditional pizza. Made with ground sausage or ground beef, pizza sauce, and your favorite toppings, crust-free pizza is baked in a skillet until the cheese is melted and bubbly. It is the perfect way to enjoy all the flavors of pizza without the carbs.

How many net carbs are in a Marco's pizza bowl? ›

Marco's Pizza All Meat Pizza Bowl (1 Serving (1/2 Pizza Bowl)) contains 12g total carbs, 11g net carbs, 46g fat, 41g protein, and 630 calories.

How many carbs are in a keto bowl? ›

Chipotle Chicken Keto Bowl (1 serving) contains 16g total carbs, 8g net carbs, 46g fat, 42g protein, and 665 calories.

How many carbs are in a Papa Bowl? ›

Nutritional Information
Total Calories570
Total carbohydrate15g
Dietary Fiber3g
Sugars6g
Protein62g
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How many carbs are in pizza if you don't eat the crust? ›

“I'd say that not eating the crust off pizza might save you about 50 to 75 calories per slice and perhaps 5 to 10 grams of carbohydrate,” explains Dana Hunnes, a clinical dietician at UCLA.

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