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Pizza Casserole Low Carb

Satisfying Pizza Casserole Low Carb for Guilt-Free Indulgence

Enjoy the delightful flavors of pizza with this low carb casserole, perfect for guilt-free indulgence.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole Base
  • 1 pound Ground Beef or ground turkey for a leaner option
  • 2 cups Cauliflower Rice or shredded zucchini
  • 1 cup Marinara Sauce opt for sugar-free varieties
For Toppings
  • 2 cups Shredded Mozzarella Cheese fresh mozzarella is recommended
  • 1 cup Pepperoni Slices substitute with turkey pepperoni for a lighter option
Seasoning Essentials
  • 1 tablespoon Italian Seasoning fresh herbs can be used
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black Pepper

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Baking Dish
  • Oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Brown the ground beef in a skillet for about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat.
  3. Mix in marinara sauce, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 2-3 minutes.
  4. Incorporate cauliflower rice and half of the shredded mozzarella cheese into the meat mixture.
  5. Spread the mixture into a greased baking dish, top with remaining mozzarella cheese and pepperoni slices.
  6. Bake for 25-30 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
  7. Allow to cool for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor. Monitor cooking times for desired texture.

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