Low-Carb Marinara Pizza
Low Carb Marinara Pizza is a simple, fragrant recipe that is particularly good for enhancing a ready-made pizza base.
It is prepared without mozzarella and with a few ingredients: tomato, garlic, oregano, and extra virgin olive oil. Precisely because of its simplicity, it requires careful management of the topping and moisture.
The tomato should be thick and spread in a thin layer. The garlic should fragrance the pizza without overpowering it, while oregano and extra virgin olive oil complete the topping.
The result is a red, flavorful, and light low-carb pizza, ready in a few minutes.
For this recipe, you can use our Low Carb Pizza Base – 190 g, ready to top and bake.
Ingredients for 1 pizza
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Low Carb Pizza Base | 1 base of 190 g |
| Thick tomato passata with no added sugar | 60 g |
| Extra virgin olive oil | 7 g |
| Garlic | 1 small clove, about 3 g |
| Dried oregano | about 0.5 g |
| Fresh basil | a few leaves, optional |
| Salt | to taste |
⏱ Preparation Time
Preparation: 5 minutes
Low Carb Pizza Base Baking: 5–8 minutes
Resting after baking: about 1 minute
Total time: about 12–15 minutes
Servings: 1 pizza, for 1–2 people
How to prepare Low Carb Marinara Pizza
1. Preheat the ovenTurn on the oven and bring it to a temperature between 220 and 240°C. The oven must be hot before baking the pizza. If you use a baking sheet, let it heat up in the oven; a hot surface helps the base maintain a drier consistency. 2. Prepare the tomato saucePour the tomato passata into a bowl. Add a little salt and about half of the extra virgin olive oil. Stir until you get a uniform sauce. If the passata is very liquid, drain it or let it reduce briefly before using. 3. Prepare the garlicPeel the garlic clove and slice it very thinly. For a more delicate flavor, you can rub the garlic on the base or add it whole to the tomato sauce and remove it before topping the pizza. |
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4. Top the basePlace the Low Carb Pizza Base on a sheet of parchment paper. Spread 60 g of tomato sauce, leaving a small border free. Create a thin, even layer, without accumulating too much topping in the center. Add the garlic slices and dried oregano. Finish with the remaining extra virgin olive oil. 5. Bake the pizzaTransfer the pizza to the preheated baking sheet and bake it. Bake for 5–8 minutes, checking the base carefully in the last few minutes. The pizza is ready when the tomato has slightly reduced and the crust has reached the desired consistency. The actual cooking time depends on the oven and the preferred level of crispiness. 6. Finish outside the ovenRemove the Low Carb Marinara Pizza from the oven and let it rest for about 1 minute. If desired, add a few fresh basil leaves and a pinch of oregano. Serve immediately. |
Chef's tips
- Use a thick, plain passata, without added sugars, starches, or other thickeners.
- Do not exceed the indicated amount of tomato: too much topping would make the base softer.
- If the passata is watery, let it reduce for a few minutes and cool before using.
- Spread the tomato in a thin layer, especially in the center.
- Slice the garlic very finely to avoid overly intense or undercooked pieces.
- Do not add garlic over the exposed crust: it could burn quickly.
- Use good quality dried oregano and do not overdo the amount.
- Only bake when the oven has reached the specified temperature.
- For a crispier base, use a preheated baking sheet and choose the lower part of the oven.
- Add fresh basil only after baking.
Which tomato to use?
For this recipe, a thick and homogeneous tomato passata is preferred. It should be easily spreadable without releasing too much water during cooking.
Avoid ready-made sauces, pre-seasoned passata, and products containing added sugars, starches, or maltodextrins.
You can also use peeled tomatoes, but they must be very well drained and crushed before being spread on the base. Thick passata remains the simplest and most controllable solution.
⚠️ Low carb caution
- Check the passata label and choose a product without added sugars.
- Do not use ketchup, sweetened pizza sauces, or ready-made condiments.
- Tomato naturally contains a small amount of carbohydrates and sugars.
- Marinara Pizza does not contain mozzarella, but this does not mean it is automatically carbohydrate-free.
- The Low Carb Pizza Base contains gluten and may contain traces of other allergens.
- Its inclusion in a ketogenic diet depends on the quantity consumed, the ingredients used, and the overall dietary plan.
Nutritional Values — Complete Dish
Estimated values considering a final cooked pizza weight of about 240 g.
| Average nutritional value | Per 100 g |
|---|---|
| Energy | 163 kcal |
| Energy | 682 kJ |
| Fats | 4.5 g |
| of which saturates | 0.7 g |
| Carbohydrates | 4.0 g |
| of which sugars | 1.4 g |
| Fibre | 31.6 g |
| Protein | 10.2 g |
| Salt | 1.5 g |
Nutritional note
Nutritional values are an estimate calculated for the complete recipe, considering:
- 1 Low Carb Pizza Base of 190 g;
- 60 g of tomato passata;
- 7 g of extra virgin olive oil;
- about 3 g of garlic;
- about 0.5 g of oregano;
- a moderate amount of salt;
- final cooked weight of about 240 g.
Values may vary based on the tomato passata used, the amount of salt, and water loss during cooking.
Frequently asked questions
Can I use peeled tomatoes?
Yes. However, they must be very well drained and crushed until a uniform consistency is obtained. If they contain a lot of liquid, let them drain before using.
Can I prepare it without garlic?
Yes. You can omit the garlic or rub a small amount on the base for a more delicate aroma.
Can I add chili pepper?
Yes. You can add a pinch of dried chili pepper along with the oregano, without significantly altering the nutritional profile of the recipe.
How can I make the base crispier?
Preheat the oven and the baking sheet very well, use a thick passata, and do not use too much tomato. Bake the pizza in the middle-lower part of the oven, checking it in the last few minutes.
Is Low Carb Marinara Pizza vegan?
The ingredients used for the topping are plant-based. However, before presenting the recipe as vegan, it is necessary to verify certifications, the production process, and possible contamination of the Low Carb Pizza Base.
Is this pizza suitable for a ketogenic diet?
The base has been formulated to significantly reduce carbohydrates compared to a traditional pizza. Compatibility with a ketogenic diet still depends on the portion and personal dietary plan.
Conclusion
Low Carb Marinara Pizza is one of the simplest preparations to enhance the Low Carb Pizza Base.
The secret is to use a small amount of very thick tomato sauce, spreading it evenly on the base. Garlic, oregano, and extra virgin olive oil complete the topping without adding heavy or excessively moist ingredients.
With a 190 g base and a few ingredients, you can prepare a fragrant and flavorful red pizza in about 15 minutes.
To learn more
If you want to read a complete guide on cooking, toppings, and using a ready-made base: Low carb pizza: how to prepare it with a ready-made base.
Discover our Low Carb Pizza Base – 190 g and the collection Low Carb Pizza and Focaccia Bases.