Easy Low Carb Keto Crustless Pizza (Printable)

All the cheesy, savory pizza flavors you love in a quick low carb bake.

# What You'll Need:

→ Protein

01 - 1 lb ground Italian sausage or ground beef or turkey
02 - 20 slices pepperoni (optional, for topping)

→ Vegetables

03 - 1 cup sliced mushrooms
04 - 1/2 cup diced green bell pepper
05 - 1/2 cup diced onion
06 - 2 cloves garlic, minced

→ Sauce

07 - 1 cup sugar-free pizza sauce or marinara

→ Cheeses

08 - 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
09 - 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
10 - 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

→ Seasonings

11 - 1 tsp dried Italian herbs
12 - 1/2 tsp salt
13 - 1/2 tsp black pepper
14 - Red pepper flakes, to taste (optional)

# How-To Steps:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F.
02 - In a large skillet over medium heat, cook ground Italian sausage until browned. Drain excess fat if needed.
03 - Add mushrooms, bell pepper, onion, and garlic to skillet. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened.
04 - Stir in pizza sauce, Italian herbs, salt, and black pepper. Simmer for 2-3 minutes.
05 - Transfer mixture to greased 9x9-inch baking dish.
06 - Sprinkle mozzarella and cheddar cheese evenly over top. Add Parmesan and arrange pepperoni slices if using.
07 - Bake uncovered for 20-25 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
08 - Let rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with extra herbs or red pepper flakes if desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • You get all the comfort of pizza without the post-meal carb crash that usually leaves you reaching for the couch instead of staying present with family
  • The leftovers reheat beautifully for lunch the next day, meaning dinner prep happens twice in one week with zero extra effort
02 -
  • Draining the sausage fat is crucial even though it feels wasteful, otherwise you end up with an oily layer on top that no one wants to eat
  • Sugar-free pizza sauce varies wildly between brands, so taste it before adding and adjust your seasonings accordingly
03 -
  • Grate your own cheese from blocks if you have time, pre-shredded cheese has anti-caking agents that prevent smooth melting
  • Line your baking dish with parchment paper for incredibly easy cleanup

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