Zucchini Pizza Bites
Zucchini Pizza Bites feature tender baked zucchini rounds topped with rich marinara sauce, melted mozzarella cheese, and mini pepperoni for a low-carb pizza snack.
Equipment
- Baking Sheet
- Grill pan
Ingredients
- 2 large zucchini cut into 1/4-inch thick rounds
- Nonstick cooking spray
- Kosher salt and freshly cracked pepper
- 1/4 cup marinara sauce
- 1/2 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella
- 1/4 cup mini pepperoni pieces optional
- Italian seasoning for sprinkling
Instructions
- Spray both sides of zucchini rounds lightly with nonstick cooking spray. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Broil or grill the zucchini rounds for 2 minutes on each side.
- Place cooked zucchini rounds on a large lined baking sheet. Top with small amounts of sauce, cheese and pepperoni pieces, if desired. Broil for an additional 1-3 minutes, or until cheese is melted, careful not to burn. Sprinkle with Italian seasoning and serve warm.
Notes
Moisture control: Salt the zucchini rounds and let them sit for 10 to 15 minutes, then blot firmly with paper towels to prevent soggy bites.
Pre-cooking: Broil or grill rounds for 2 minutes per side before adding toppings so they stay firm enough to hold sauce and cheese.
Air fryer method: Air fry assembled bites in a single layer at 400 °F for 5 minutes until mozzarella is melted and bubbly.
Reheating: Reheat leftovers under the broiler or in an air fryer to keep the edges crisp rather than microwaving.
Nutrition information is an estimate based on common ingredients and serving sizes. Values may vary depending on brands, portions, and substitutions.