Craving pizza but want to keep it healthy? Say hello to Portobello Pizzas—where savory meets nutritious! These delicious, low-carb delights swap out traditional dough for meaty Portobello mushroom caps, packed with vitamins and minerals. Topped with your favorite veggies, lean proteins, and a sprinkle of cheese, they’re a guilt-free way to satisfy your pizza cravings while fueling your body with goodness. Who said healthy eating couldn’t be delicious?
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Serves: 4
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Oven Temp: 450°F (230°C)
Ingredients
- 4 large portobello mushrooms, stems + gills removed
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- ½ cup pizza sauce
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1¾ cups shredded mozzarella
- 40 mini pepperoni (or 20 regular, halved)
- 4 large basil leaves, torn
Directions
- Prep Mushrooms:
- Brush inside and outside of mushrooms with olive oil.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Place gill-side up on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Assemble:
- Spread 1–2 tbsp pizza sauce in each mushroom.
- Sprinkle with Italian seasoning, then mozzarella.
- Top with pepperoni (10 mini per mushroom).
- Bake & Serve:
- Bake for 10–12 minutes until cheese is bubbly and mushrooms are tender.
- Garnish with torn basil and serve hot.
Pro Tips:
- Crisper “crust”: Roast mushrooms for 5 minutes alone before adding toppings.
- Extra flavor: Add garlic powder to the oil or swap mozzarella for a blend.
- Vegetarian option: Substitute pepperoni with sautéed veggies or olives.
Perfect for low-carb pizza cravings! 🍄🍕
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