Description
Low Carb Pizza Casserole is a delicious and guilt-free alternative to traditional pizza, bringing all the classic flavors into a hearty, satisfying dish. This easy-to-make casserole features layers of seasoned ground beef, zesty pepperoni, colorful bell peppers, and ooey-gooey mozzarella cheese, all baked to perfection in just 30 minutes. Ideal for family dinners or meal prep, this recipe is incredibly versatile; you can easily swap out ingredients to cater to your family’s tastes or dietary needs. Enjoy the comforting essence of pizza without compromising on your low-carb lifestyle.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 cup pepperoni slices
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup bell peppers (any color), chopped
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 cup low-sugar pizza sauce
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef and drain excess fat.
- In a bowl, mix cooked beef with bell peppers, pepperoni, Italian seasoning, and half of the mozzarella cheese.
- Spread the mixture in the baking dish, top with pizza sauce and remaining cheese.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and bubbly.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 casserole (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 80mg