Description
This Crustless Pizza is a delicious low-carb alternative to traditional pizza that uses seasoned ground turkey as the base instead of dough. Topped with savory keto-friendly pizza sauce, sautéed garlic, mushrooms, olives, pepperoni, and a blend of cheddar and mozzarella cheeses, it offers all the flavors of pizza without the crust. Perfect for those seeking a gluten-free or low-carb meal, this easy-to-make dish comes together quickly on the stovetop and finishes baking in the oven to a bubbly, golden perfection.
Ingredients
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Meat Base
- 1/2 pound lean ground turkey (or ground beef)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasonings
Cheese and Sauce
- 1 cup cheddar cheese, grated
- 1/2 cup keto pizza sauce
- 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese, grated
Toppings
- 4 small mushrooms, chopped
- 1/4 cup olives, sliced
- 8 slices pepperoni
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F) so it’s ready for finishing the pizza.
- Cook Meat Mixture: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant. Add ground turkey (or beef) and break it apart with a spatula, cooking for 4–5 minutes until no longer pink. Stir in Italian seasonings.
- Add Cheese and Assemble Toppings: Remove skillet from the heat and gently stir in the grated cheddar cheese until evenly distributed with the meat. Spread the keto pizza sauce over the top, then layer on mushrooms, olives, and pepperoni. Sprinkle the grated mozzarella cheese over everything.
- Bake the Pizza: Transfer the entire skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 10–15 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown on top.
Notes
- This recipe is naturally low in carbohydrates and gluten-free thanks to the crustless base.
- You can substitute ground beef in place of turkey if preferred.
- Feel free to customize toppings to your liking—add bell peppers or onions for extra flavor.
- Be sure to use an oven-safe skillet to transfer directly into the oven.
- Cooking times may vary slightly depending on your oven, so keep an eye on the cheese to avoid burning.
