Zucchini Pizza Bites
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These bite sized zucchini pizzas give you a great boost of protein and are full of flavor — and vegetables thanks to a zucchini “crust.”
If I talked about the 3pm crash and snack craving, it wouldn’t be the first time you heard it from me. I often find myself tired and approaching headache-land around 3pm. What I typically need is a little snack — a little burst of protein to fuel me on to cook dinner.
And what’s better than PIZZA! My daughter is obsessed with pizza. It’s definitely in the top three if she were to make a list of her favorite foods. And she loved these zucchini pizza bites. The thing is, she doesn’t typically eat zucchini if I just sauté, roast, or grill it, but cover it with pizza sauce, melty cheese, and crispy pepperoni and she’s allllll in. “I love these, Mommy!”
It’s a great snack for the whole family and I would totally make it for a dinner as well. It’s hearty enough thanks to the cheese and pepperoni — pair it with a salad and you’re all set.
They’re easy to make — give the zucchini a bit of a head start by broiling it in your oven. You could also grill or sauté it but I’m all about minimizing the dirty pans.
Then add the toppings….
….and broil for another minute or two and you’re all set!
Hope you love this fun snack as much as we do!
If the idea of pizza without the carbs speaks to you, try pizza chicken, pizza stuffed spaghetti squash, or this cauliflower pizza crust from Blissfully Low Carb.
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Ingredients
- 2 large zucchini (the wider, the better), cut into 1/4-inch rounds
- 1/4 cup pizza sauce
- about 30 pepperoni (one for each pizza)
- 3/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Place zucchini slices on a parchment paper-lined baking sheet. Spray tops lightly with nonstick cooking spray. Place under the broiler for 3-5 minutes or until golden brown.
- Flip and broil again for 2-3 minutes or until browning on second side.
- Remove from oven and carefully top with sauce, mozzarella cheese, one pepperoni per mini pizza, and finally with Parmesan cheese.
- Return to oven and broil for 1-2 minutes or until cheese is melted and bubbling.
Notes
Nutrition Information
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If you’re looking for more pizza-themed recipes try parmesan crusted pepperoni pizza grilled cheese, pepperoni pizza lasagna rolls, pizza quinoa stuffed peppers, pizza chicken tenders, or pizza mac and cheese muffins. I’m also loving this low-carb Cauliflower-Crust Vegetarian Pizza Recipe from Kalyn’s Kitchen!
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KalynsKitchen says
I love the way every one gets its own piece of pepperoni; looks great!
Katrina @ In Katrina's Kitchen says
I absolutely love this snack!! No guilt pizza!
amanda @ fake ginger says
This is so fun! I’m totally trying it soon!
Lori @ RecipeGirl says
What a fun after-school snack! Definitely making these soon!
fabiola@notjustbaked says
What?!!! Great idea, seriously. And it looks so good!
Martha @ A Family Feast says
Great idea – I’ve got to try this with my picky eater! She won’t willingly eat zucchini either – but made into a pizza…just maybe!
Monique @ Ambitious Kitchen says
I don’t have kids and I live by myself, but I’d seriously eat these any day of the week. They look soooo good and healthy :)
Deborah says
I don’t know who would love these more – me or my kids!!!
denise says
I’d eat them, but I don’t think the husband and kids will. :)
carrian says
I love Zucchini pizzas! Can’t wait to make them again!
Sharon says
My mouth is literally watering right now! Can’t wait to try this!
Jennie @themessybakerblog says
These are so stinkin’ clever! I can’t wait to make this recipe. Pinned.
Liz says
What a fabulous, healthier pizza treat! I could eat oodles of these delicious nibbles!
Taylor @ Food Faith Fitness says
I’ve made pizza lasagna out of zucchini noodles, and it was BOMB.
BUT, it took ALL THE YEARS to make. I love your little snack version….healthy pizza goodness, yes please! Pinned!