Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of your favorite pizza with this Low Carb Pizza Casserole. Packed with layers of melted mozzarella, savory pepperoni, and a colorful mix of vegetables, this dish is perfect for family dinners or game night gatherings. It delivers all the cheesy goodness you crave without the carb overload, making it an ideal choice for anyone looking to enjoy a healthier version of classic pizza.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 4 oz pepperoni slices (turkey or traditional)
- 1 cup bell peppers (diced, mixed colors)
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup low carb marinara sauce (sugar-free)
- 2 cups zucchini noodles (zoodles)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking dish.
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked; drain excess fat and stir in Italian seasoning.
- Add diced bell peppers and marinara sauce to the beef mixture, simmering for about five minutes.
- Prepare zoodles by spiralizing zucchini; squeeze out excess moisture using paper towels.
- Layer half of the beef mixture in the baking dish, followed by half of the zoodles. Repeat with remaining ingredients and top with mozzarella cheese.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden on top; let cool slightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 120mg