If you love pizza but want to skip the carbs entirely, this Zero Carb Crustless Pizza is the perfect solution. All the best parts of pizza—savory sauce, melty cheese, and your favorite toppings—come together in a simple, satisfying dish without any crust.
Ideal for keto, low-carb, or gluten-free lifestyles, this recipe is quick, customizable, and incredibly delicious.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
This crustless pizza delivers everything you crave without the extra carbs. It’s rich, cheesy, and packed with flavor, making it a guilt-free comfort food option.
Zero to very low carbs
Ready in under 30 minutes
Highly customizable
Perfect for meal prep
No dough required
Ingredients
Base Layer:
400 g ground beef (or sausage)
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
Salt and black pepper, to taste
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Sauce:
½ cup low-carb pizza sauce (no added sugar)
Toppings:
1½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
½ cup sliced pepperoni (or cooked chicken, beef, etc.)
¼ cup sliced olives
½ cup sliced bell peppers
¼ cup mushrooms (optional)
Optional Extras:
Crushed red pepper flakes
Fresh basil
Parmesan cheese
Preparing the Base
Preheat your oven to 200°C (390°F).
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart as it cooks.
Stir in garlic, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Cook for another minute until fragrant.
Drain excess fat if needed, then spread the cooked meat evenly in a baking dish.
Adding the Sauce
Pour the pizza sauce evenly over the cooked meat layer. Spread it gently to cover the surface without mixing too much into the meat.
Adding Cheese and Toppings
Sprinkle mozzarella cheese generously over the sauce.
Add your toppings—pepperoni, olives, bell peppers, mushrooms, or anything you prefer. This is where you can get creative and tailor the pizza to your taste.
Baking
Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 15–20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and slightly golden on top.
For a crispier top, you can broil for an additional 2–3 minutes.
Final Touches
Remove from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Garnish with fresh basil, Parmesan cheese, or red pepper flakes for extra flavor.
Serving Suggestions
Serve your crustless pizza hot, just like traditional pizza. It pairs well with:
A fresh green salad
Garlic butter vegetables
Zucchini noodles
Cauliflower rice
Tips for Best Results
Use full-fat cheese: It melts better and adds richness
Drain excess grease: Keeps the dish from becoming too oily
Don’t overload toppings: Helps everything cook evenly
Broil carefully: Watch closely to avoid burning
Let it rest: Makes slicing and serving easier
Variations
Chicken Alfredo Version: Use chicken and Alfredo sauce instead of tomato
Veggie Lovers: Add spinach, zucchini, and mushrooms
Spicy Pizza: Add jalapeños and chili flakes
BBQ Style: Use sugar-free BBQ sauce and grilled chicken
Storage and Reheating
Refrigeration: Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days
Reheating: Warm in the oven or microwave
Freezing: Freeze portions for up to 1 month
Final Thoughts
Zero Carb Crustless Pizza is proof that you don’t need a crust to enjoy all the flavors of your favorite comfort food. With its rich, cheesy layers and endless topping options, it’s a satisfying and healthy alternative to traditional pizza.
Quick to prepare and easy to customize, this recipe is perfect for busy days or when you’re craving something indulgent without breaking your diet.
Enjoy all the pizza goodness—without the carbs! 🍕