Zucchini Pizza Bites with Simple Ingredients
These Zucchini Pizza Bites are the healthier, and low-carb alternative to a classic slice. Just four main ingredients are needed to make them!
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I love being able to answer the question “what’s for dinner?’ These mini zucchini pizzas are a great solution. More delicious low-carb dishes include Bacon Asparagus Pasta, Philly Cheesesteak Casserole, and this popular Chicken Broccoli Bake! Check out all of our Dinner Recipes for inspiration.
IN THIS POST: Everything you need to make Zucchini Pizza
Ingredients for this recipe:
No pizza dough is needed as we are using zucchini as the crust.
These mini zucchini pizzas are very customizable. Do half the batch vegetarian and the other half with some pepperoni slices. Use whatever toppings you desire! For the base recipe I use:
- zucchini – choose a smaller zucchini if you can. They cook more uniformly and they add to the whole “mini” effect.
- olive oil
- tomato sauce
- mozzarella cheese – the BEST for melting
How to make Zucchini Pizza
There is very little prep time needed for this dish and the instructions are easy.
First, slice the zucchini and place it on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Then drizzle them with olive oil and lightly brush each side.
Next, pop the zucchini rounds into the oven to roast.
Meanwhile, prep your toppings – grate the cheese, and slice up any protein or veggies.
Finally, add on the toppings and return to the oven to broil. This only takes a minute or two until the cheese starts to bubble.
It’s a delicious and filling healthy meal. Zucchini has a high fiber count yet low calories. It is also really quick to make – with under thirty minutes total time. Win-win.
FAQS, Tips, and Substitutions
- Is this a low carb pizza? Yes, it is! Depending on the toppings this dish is low in carbohydrates. It is also gluten-free.
- Fresh basil is a MUST to elevate this meal. It also looks lovely for presentation as appetizers.
- Try different cheeses like parmesan cheese or feta.
- More topping ideas include pepperoni, salami, mushrooms, onion, turkey sausage, green or red peppers, ham, and pineapple.
- Sprinkle with Italian seasoning or red pepper flakes for a bit of spice.
- Substitute marinara sauce as pizza sauce.
More healthy zucchini recipes:
- How to Make Parmesan Zucchini Chips
- Zucchini Banana Bread with Spelt Flour
- How to Make Stuffed Zucchini Boats
This recipe was originally posted on August 5, 2020, and updated on May 13, 2022, with recipe notes, writing, and new photos.**
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The Best Zucchini Pizza Bites with Simple Ingredients
Ingredients
- 2 small zucchini
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- ¼ cup tomato sauce
- ¼ cup freshly shredded mozzarella cheese
- 3 tbsp freshly sliced basil
Instructions
- Heat the oven to 450.
- Wash the zucchini and slice off the stem and the bottom and discard. Slice the rest in 1/4 inch thick rounds. Try to keep them all the same size so they all cook evenly, at the same time.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and transfer the zucchini slices onto it. Lightly brush each slice with olive oil, season with a little salt and pepper, flip them over and brush and season the other side also.
- Place the baking sheet in the oven for 10 minutes, flipping the zucchini rounds at the halfway point.
- Remove the baking sheet from the oven and set it to broil. Meanwhile, spoon tomato sauce onto each of the zucchini slices and sprinkle each piece with the grated mozzarella cheese. Add the additional toppings if using.
- Place the baking sheet under the broiler for 2-4 minutes, until the cheese is melted and beginning to brown.
- Remove from the oven and top with freshly chopped basil. Serve warm.
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Notes
- Try different cheeses like parmesan cheese or feta.
- Additional topping ideas include pepperoni, salami, mushrooms, onion, turkey sausage, green or red peppers, ham, and pineapple.
- Sprinkle with Italian seasoning or red pepper flakes for a bit of spice.
- Substitute marinara sauce as pizza sauce.
This looks fun to eat! I wonder if I can trick my kids into believing zucchinis are like cucumbers. Hah. This is brilliant. Kids love cheese.
Tricking kids ( or spouses ) is my favourite thing to do!!!
Yes!!! Thank you for another awesome way to use up some of the dozens of zucchini we have from our garden. Our two year old LOVES these and we have pizza night every Saturday!
Right?! It’s zucchini city for gardeners right now. 🙂 I love the idea of family pizza night. 🙂
I’ve done zucchini slices with grated Parmesan on top before…I love having another idea for zucchini! So fun and simple!
Just as I was looking for a zuchinni dinner recipe that my kids would eat, this appears. Fantastic idea!
It’s all about fooling the family with sneaky veggies! And I’m here for it. 🙂 lol Thx Vanessa!
How cute are these Zucchini pizza bites…perfect appetisers!!
I love cute food too! lol Thanks Shy. 🙂
This recipe came at the perfect time. I have half a zucchini that I was looking at and wondering what I’d do with it, This will make a great side for dinner.
Right?! Perfect as a side … and I bet you have a killer tomato sauce!