Low Carb Garden Pizza Slice
Looking for a guilt-free way to satisfy your pizza cravings? This *Low Carb Garden Pizza Slice* transforms zucchini into a delicious, low-carb "crust," offering a lighter alternative to traditional pizza. Bursting with fresh flavors, it features a vibrant medley of sautéed cherry tomatoes, spinach, red bell pepper, and red onion, all topped with gooey mozzarella and tangy crumbled feta. A sprinkle of Italian seasoning and fresh basil completes this wholesome dish. Easy to prepare in just 35 minutes, this keto-friendly recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or as a healthy appetizer. Whether you're following a low-carb diet or simply love garden-fresh flavors, this veggie-packed pizza slice is sure to delight!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 large zucchini
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup spinach leaves
- 1 medium red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 0.25 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 0.5 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 2 tablespoons fresh basil leaves, chopped
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Slice the large zucchini lengthwise into 1/4-inch thick slices. These will serve as the 'crust' for your pizza slices.
Place the zucchini slices on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or a silicone mat.
Brush the zucchini slices with 1 tablespoon of olive oil and then season with garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper.
Bake the zucchini slices in the preheated oven for about 10 minutes to soften slightly and remove excess moisture.
While the zucchini is baking, prepare the toppings. In a pan, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add cherry tomatoes, spinach leaves, red bell pepper, and red onion. Sauté for 5 minutes until the vegetables are softened.
Remove the zucchini slices from the oven. Sprinkle each slice evenly with mozzarella cheese.
Distribute the sautéed vegetable mixture evenly over the zucchini slices.
Sprinkle crumbled feta cheese on top of the vegetables.
Return the baking sheet to the oven and bake for additional 5-7 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Remove from the oven and let cool slightly. Garnish with fresh basil leaves before serving.
Serve warm as a wholesome low-carb garden pizza slice with a side salad if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1118 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 79.7 g | 102% | |
| Saturated Fat | 35.4 g | 177% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 188 mg | 63% | |
| Sodium | 5568 mg | 242% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 52.0 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.5 g | 34% | |
| Total Sugars | 34.2 g | ||
| Protein | 48.4 g | 97% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1495 mg | 115% | |
| Iron | 5.8 mg | 32% | |
| Potassium | 1667 mg | 35% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
