Description
This Low Carb Pizza Casserole is a delicious and satisfying alternative to traditional pizza. With cauliflower, Italian sausage, pepperoni, and veggies baked in a cheesy, flavorful sauce, it’s a low-carb twist on a classic favorite.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 14 ounces Cauliflower florets, cut into bite-size pieces
- 2.5 ounces Pepperoni
- 2 pounds Italian Sausage, casing removed
- 1 tablespoon Olive Oil
- 8 ounces Mushrooms, sliced
- 1 Green Pepper, cut into bite-size pieces
- 12 ounces Mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1.5 cups Low Carb Pasta Sauce
- 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, powdered
- 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook the cauliflower: Steam or microwave the cauliflower until slightly tender.
- Cook the sausage and vegetables: In a skillet, cook the Italian sausage with olive oil, then add mushrooms and green pepper until softened.
- Assemble the casserole: In a casserole dish, layer cauliflower, sausage mixture, pepperoni, mozzarella, pasta sauce, Parmesan, and Italian seasoning.
- Bake: Bake for about 25 minutes until bubbly and golden.
Notes
- You can customize this casserole with your favorite pizza toppings like olives, onions, or even jalapenos.
- For a vegetarian version, swap the sausage for plant-based sausage crumbles.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 980 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 9 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 23 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg