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High-Protein Low-Carb Pepperoni Pizza

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High-Protein Low-Carb Pepperoni Pizza

Name: High-Protein Low-Carb Pepperoni Pizza
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 12 min
Total time: 17 min
Yield: 1
Cuisine: Italian-American
Ingredients: 1 personal size High Protein, Low Carb Pizza Base (e.g., chicken crust, egg white crust, or cauliflower crust); 3 tablespoons Pizza Sauce (Low sugar variety recommended); 0.5 cup Shredded Mozzarella Cheese (Part-skim preferred); 15-20 slices Pepperoni Slices (Turkey pepperoni can be used for a leaner option); 0.5 teaspoon Dried Oregano (Or Italian seasoning, for garnish)

This recipe presents a quick and easy method for making a high-protein, low-carb, and gluten-free pepperoni pizza. Utilizing a healthy alternative pizza base, this recipe focuses on simple assembly and baking to create a satisfying and health-conscious meal.

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Pizza base with sauce

Recipe Information

Prep Time

12m

Cook Time

17m

Total Time

Servings

Easy

Italian-American

English

Nutrition (per serving)

480

Calories

38g

Protein

Carbs

35g

Fat

Pizza with cheese and pepperoni

Ingredients

High Protein, Low Carb Pizza Base
(e.g., chicken crust, egg white crust, or cauliflower crust)
1 personal size
Pizza Sauce
(Low sugar variety recommended)
3 tablespoons
Shredded Mozzarella Cheese
(Part-skim preferred)
0.5 cup
Pepperoni Slices
(Turkey pepperoni can be used for a leaner option)
15 slices
Dried Oregano
(Or Italian seasoning, for garnish)
0.5 teaspoon

Servings: 1

💡 Tip: Check off ingredients as you add them to keep track of your progress!

Golden baked pizza fresh from oven

Instructions

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Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Place the high-protein, low-carb pizza base on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
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Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Place the high-protein, low-carb pizza base on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
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Preheating the oven thoroughly ensures even baking and a crispy crust.
2
Evenly spread the pizza sauce over the entire surface of the pizza base, leaving a small border for the crust.
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Evenly spread the pizza sauce over the entire surface of the pizza base, leaving a small border for the crust.
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Don't overload with sauce to prevent a soggy crust.
3
Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese generously over the pizza sauce.
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Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese generously over the pizza sauce.
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For extra flavor, you can mix in a tiny bit of grated Parmesan cheese with the mozzarella.
4
Arrange the pepperoni slices on top of the cheese. You can overlap them slightly or spread them out.
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Arrange the pepperoni slices on top of the cheese. You can overlap them slightly or spread them out.
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For crispier pepperoni, try patting the slices dry before placing them on the pizza.
5
Bake the pizza in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the crust is golden brown.
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Bake the pizza in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the crust is golden brown.
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Keep an eye on the pizza, as baking times can vary slightly depending on your oven and pizza base.
6
Remove the pizza from the oven. Optionally, sprinkle with dried oregano or Italian seasoning. Let it cool for a minute or two before slicing and serving.
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Remove the pizza from the oven. Optionally, sprinkle with dried oregano or Italian seasoning. Let it cool for a minute or two before slicing and serving.
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Allowing the pizza to cool slightly helps the cheese set, making it easier to slice without everything sliding off.

💡 Tip: Click on any step to mark it as completed and track your cooking progress!

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High-Protein Low-Carb Pepperoni Pizza

High-Protein Low-Carb Pepperoni Pizza

Recipe Information

Ingredients

High Protein, Low Carb Pizza Base(e.g., chicken crust, egg white crust, or cauliflower crust)

Pizza Sauce(Low sugar variety recommended)

Shredded Mozzarella Cheese(Part-skim preferred)

Pepperoni Slices(Turkey pepperoni can be used for a leaner option)

Dried Oregano(Or Italian seasoning, for garnish)

Servings: 1

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Place the high-protein, low-carb pizza base on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.Preview1mPreviewPreheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Place the high-protein, low-carb pizza base on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.1m

Evenly spread the pizza sauce over the entire surface of the pizza base, leaving a small border for the crust.Preview1mPreviewEvenly spread the pizza sauce over the entire surface of the pizza base, leaving a small border for the crust.1m

Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese generously over the pizza sauce.Preview1mPreviewSprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese generously over the pizza sauce.1m

Arrange the pepperoni slices on top of the cheese. You can overlap them slightly or spread them out.Preview1mPreviewArrange the pepperoni slices on top of the cheese. You can overlap them slightly or spread them out.1m

Bake the pizza in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the crust is golden brown.Preview12mPreviewBake the pizza in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the crust is golden brown.12m

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High Protein, Low Carb Pizza Base
(e.g., chicken crust, egg white crust, or cauliflower crust)

Pizza Sauce
(Low sugar variety recommended)

Shredded Mozzarella Cheese
(Part-skim preferred)

Pepperoni Slices
(Turkey pepperoni can be used for a leaner option)

Dried Oregano
(Or Italian seasoning, for garnish)

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Place the high-protein, low-carb pizza base on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Preview
1m
Preview
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Place the high-protein, low-carb pizza base on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
1m

Evenly spread the pizza sauce over the entire surface of the pizza base, leaving a small border for the crust.
Preview
1m
Preview
Evenly spread the pizza sauce over the entire surface of the pizza base, leaving a small border for the crust.
1m

Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese generously over the pizza sauce.
Preview
1m
Preview
Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese generously over the pizza sauce.
1m

Arrange the pepperoni slices on top of the cheese. You can overlap them slightly or spread them out.
Preview
1m
Preview
Arrange the pepperoni slices on top of the cheese. You can overlap them slightly or spread them out.
1m

Bake the pizza in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the crust is golden brown.
Preview
12m
Preview
Bake the pizza in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the crust is golden brown.
12m