Low-Point Crustless Pizza Bowls

Prep time: 10 minutes | Bake time: 15–20 minutes

Ingredients

1 cup Low-sugar marinara sauce (check labels for 0 or low-point options)
1 cup Shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup Lean cooked protein (options include cooked ground turkey sausage, Canadian bacon, or turkey pepperoni)
1/2 cup Mixed vegetables (chopped bell peppers, mushrooms, onions, or olives)
Optional: Red pepper flakes, dried oregano, or fresh basil for garnish.

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Preheat and Prepare

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Prepare individual oven-safe bowls or small aluminum tins (as seen in your photo) by lightly spraying them with non-stick cooking spray.

2. Layer the Base

Spoon a generous layer of marinara sauce into the bottom of each bowl. This acts as the “crust” replacement and keeps everything moist.

3. Add Your Toppings

Layer your cooked lean protein and raw chopped vegetables over the sauce.

Pro Tip: If you are using vegetables that release a lot of water (like mushrooms or zucchini), you may want to sauté them briefly first to keep the bowl from getting watery.

4. Top with Cheese

Cover the toppings with a layer of shredded mozzarella cheese. If you like a little extra flavor, sprinkle some dried oregano or Italian seasoning over the cheese now.

5. Bake until Bubbly

Place the bowls on a baking sheet for easy handling and bake for 15–20 minutes. You are looking for the sauce to be bubbling and the cheese to be completely melted and starting to turn golden brown.

6. Broil (Optional)

If you want that extra-crispy, browned cheese look seen in your photo, turn the oven to Broil for the last 1–2 minutes. Watch closely so they don’t burn!

Weight Watchers Tip

To keep the points as low as possible, prioritize lean turkey sausage or lots of zero-point vegetables like spinach and peppers. This allows you to be more generous with the cheese!