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Zero-Carb Crustless Pizza Bowl

Keto • Low-Carb • Gluten-Free

A cheesy, saucy pizza bowl with no crust and virtually zero carbs, perfect when you want pizza flavor without carbs.

 Ingredients (1 large bowl)

Protein Base

  • 150–200 g cooked ground beef, chicken, or turkey
  • Salt & black pepper to taste
  • ½ tsp Italian seasoning

Pizza Sauce (Zero-Carb Option)

  • ¼ cup homemade zero-carb marinara (see below)
    or
  • 2–3 tbsp tomato paste diluted with water + herbs (adds very small carbs)

Cheese

  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese

Toppings (Choose Zero-Carb)

  • Pepperoni slices
  • Cooked sausage
  • Mushrooms
  • Olives
  • Green bell peppers
  • Jalapeños

Optional

  • Crushed red chili flakes
  • Dried oregano or basil

 Instructions

  1. Cook protein
    Brown meat in a pan with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Drain excess fat.
  2. Layer the bowl
    • Bottom: cooked meat
    • Add sauce
    • Sprinkle mozzarella
    • Add toppings
    • Finish with Parmesan
  3. Bake or Air-Fry
    • Oven: 190°C / 375°F for 10–12 minutes
    • Air Fryer: 180°C / 350°F for 6–8 minutes
      Until cheese is melted and bubbly.
  4. Serve hot
    Add chili flakes or herbs if desired.

 Quick Zero-Carb Marinara (Optional)

  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • ½ cup blended peeled tomatoes (or tomato essence)
  • Salt, oregano, basil

Simmer 5–7 minutes until thick.
(Use very small amount to keep carbs near zero.)

 Nutrition Info (Approx. per bowl)

(Using beef, mozzarella & zero-carb sauce)

  • Calories: 420–480 kcal
  • Protein: 30–35 g
  • Fat: 32–36 g
  • Carbs: 0–2 g (net)
  • Fiber: 0 g
  • Sugar: 0–1 g

⚠️ Exact carbs depend on sauce and toppings. Store-bought sauces may add carbs.

 Q & A

Q1: Is this truly zero carb?
Yes, if you use zero-carb sauce and low-carb toppings. Otherwise, it’s still very low-carb.

Q2: Can I use only cheese (no meat)?
Yes! Make a four-cheese pizza bowl with mozzarella, cheddar, Parmesan, and provolone.

Q3: Can I microwave it?
Yes—2–3 minutes, but oven or air fryer gives better texture.

Q4: Is it keto-friendly?
Absolutely. High fat, high protein, and very low carbs.

Q5: Can I meal-prep it?
Yes. Assemble ahead, refrigerate up to 3 days, then bake when ready.