A delicious, keto-friendly pizza alternative made with seasoned ground beef, fresh bell peppers, and gooey melted mozzarella — baked in individual foil tins for easy serving and cleanup!
🛒 Ingredients:
- 1 lb (450g) ground beef
- 2–3 large bell peppers (red, green, or yellow), diced
- 1 cup pizza sauce (low-carb or sugar-free)
- 1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup chopped onion
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ¼ tsp red chili flakes (optional)
- ½ cup sliced mushrooms (optional)
- ½ cup sliced black olives or pepperoni (optional toppings)
👩🍳 Instructions:
- Preheat Oven:
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). - Cook the Beef:
In a large skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef until browned. Drain excess grease. - Add Veggies & Seasoning:
Add chopped onion, garlic, and diced bell peppers. Cook for 3–4 minutes until slightly softened.
Stir in Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, and chili flakes. - Add Sauce:
Pour in pizza sauce and mix well. Let it simmer for 2–3 minutes. - Assemble in Tins:
Spoon the mixture evenly into individual foil tins or a baking dish. - Top with Cheese:
Sprinkle mozzarella generously on top. Add optional toppings if desired. - Bake:
Bake for 15–20 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly. - Broil (Optional):
Broil for 2–3 minutes for golden brown cheese. - Serve:
Let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy hot!
💡 Tips for Best Results:
✔ Use lean ground beef to reduce excess grease.
✔ Swap beef with ground chicken or turkey for a lighter option.
✔ Add crushed red peppers or jalapeños for extra spice.
✔ Make it meal-prep friendly — store in airtight containers for up to 4 days.
✔ For extra flavor, mix a little parmesan cheese with mozzarella.