No-Crust Pizza Bowl (Print Version)

Enjoy pizza goodness minus the carbs in these melty, meat-filled bowls loaded with Italian spices and garden-fresh veggies.

# Ingredients:

→ Main Ingredients

01 - 1 pound ground turkey or beef
02 - 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
03 - 1 cup sliced mushrooms
04 - 1/2 cup diced green bell pepper
05 - 1/2 cup chopped onions
06 - 1 tablespoon olive oil

→ Flavorings and Sauce

07 - Salt and pepper to taste
08 - 1/4 teaspoon red chili flakes, optional
09 - 1/2 teaspoon dried Italian herbs
10 - 1 cup marinara sauce (no sugar or carbs added)

→ Cheeses and Extras

11 - 1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
12 - 1 1/2 cups freshly grated mozzarella
13 - Fresh parsley or basil, chopped for decoration

# Steps:

01 - Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Arrange 2-3 small, oven-safe dishes on a baking sheet for easy handling.
02 - Add some olive oil to a big skillet over medium heat. Toss in the mushrooms, onions, and green peppers. Stir them around for 4-5 minutes until they soften. Mix in the garlic and cook for another minute, stirring constantly so it doesn’t stick.
03 - Push the cooked veggies to one side of the frying pan and plop in the ground meat. Sprinkle with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Break the meat into smaller pieces as it cooks until it turns brown and there's no pink left, about 5-7 minutes. If there’s too much grease, drain it away.
04 - Once the meat’s ready, stir in the marinara. Let it simmer for 2-3 minutes to mix together the flavors and thicken slightly. Add more seasoning if needed.
05 - Spoon the meat and veggie combo into your prepped ramekins. Don’t overfill—save room on top for plenty of cheese. Sprinkle both mozzarella and Parmesan. If you’d like, toss in a bit of red pepper flakes.
06 - Slide the baking sheet with the filled dishes into the heated oven. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and slightly golden on top.
07 - Take the ramekins out and let them rest for 2-3 minutes. Top with freshly chopped basil or parsley before digging in. Be careful—the dishes will still be hot!

# Notes:

01 - Packed with pizza flavor, but skips the crust for those who prefer low-carb, gluten-free, or keto-friendly meals.
02 - Get creative by tossing in extras like pepperoni, olives, or different cheeses to make it your own.
03 - Stick to marinara without added sugars or extra carbs to keep it truly low-carb.

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