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Keto Pizza Bowl - A Fast, Flavor-Packed Low-Carb Favorite

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil or avocado oil
  • 1/2 small yellow onion, finely diced (about 1/3 cup)
  • 1 cup sliced mushrooms
  • 1 small green bell pepper, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup cooked Italian sausage, crumbled (or ground beef, drained)
  • 1/2 cup pepperoni slices
  • 1 cup sugar-free marinara sauce (check label for no added sugar)
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded low-moisture part-skim mozzarella
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • Fresh basil or parsley, chopped, for garnish
  • Optional extras: sliced black olives, cooked bacon bits, banana pepper rings, diced jalapeños

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease two oven-safe bowls or small baking dishes.
  2. Sauté the veggies: Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add onion, mushrooms, and bell pepper. Cook 4–5 minutes until softened and lightly browned. Stir in garlic and cook 30 seconds more. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper.
  3. Warm the protein: Add the cooked sausage to the skillet and toss to combine. If using ground beef instead, make sure it’s fully cooked and drained before adding.
  4. Season the base: Sprinkle in oregano, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes if using. Taste and adjust salt and pepper.
  5. Layer the bowls: Divide half the marinara between the bowls. Top with half the mozzarella. Spoon the sausage-veg mixture over the cheese. Add pepperoni and any optional extras. Dollop on the remaining marinara, then finish with the rest of the mozzarella and the Parmesan.
  6. Bake until bubbly: Place bowls on a sheet pan and bake 10–12 minutes, until the cheese is melted and starting to brown at the edges.
  7. Broil for a golden top (optional): Broil 1–2 minutes to get that pizzeria-style browned cheese. Watch closely to avoid burning.
  8. Finish and serve: Let cool for 3–5 minutes. Garnish with fresh basil or parsley. Serve hot.