Low Carb Tortilla Pizza (Crispy and Quick)

This low carb tortilla pizza is a crispy, cheesy single-serve pizza made on a low carb tortilla with pizza sauce, shredded cheese, and your favorite toppings, ready in about 13 minutes with no special equipment.

Pizza craving, 13 minutes, no soggy crust. This is the low carb tortilla pizza I make when I want pizza tonight and I want it now.

Low carb tortilla pizza is a quick personal pizza made by crisping a low carb tortilla in the oven, then topping it with pizza sauce, cheese, and toppings and baking until melty. The trick that makes it actually good is pre-baking the bare tortilla first so the crust gets crispy and holds up instead of going limp under the sauce.

You don’t need a pizza pan, stone, or any special equipment, just a baking sheet. Build it however you want: Alfredo sauce for a white pizza, pepperoni and sausage for meat lovers, or fresh basil and tomato for a margherita.

If you love an easy low-carb dinner, you’ll also want my Low Carb Spaghetti Squash with Meat Sauce and Air Fryer Turkey Burgers.

Ingredients

The exact amounts are in the recipe card below. Here’s what each one does:

• Low carb tortilla — the crust. The brand matters here, some crisp up far better than others (see the FAQ for the ones that work best). A taco-size tortilla makes a personal pizza.
• Pizza sauce — a thin, even layer. Use a low-sugar marinara or pizza sauce to keep the carbs down.
• Shredded cheese — mozzarella for the classic melt. A low-moisture shredded mozzarella melts best and browns nicely.
• Italian seasoning — sprinkled over the cheese for that pizzeria flavor.
• Toppings of choice — pepperoni, fresh tomato, basil, olives, mushrooms, whatever you love.

How to Make Low Carb Tortilla Pizza

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F. Lightly brush or spray the tortilla with olive or avocado oil on both sides.
2. Bake the bare tortilla on a baking sheet for 4–5 minutes to crisp it up. This is the step that keeps the crust from going soggy.
3. Spread the pizza sauce over the crisped tortilla, then add the shredded cheese and Italian seasoning.
4. Return to the oven and bake for about 4 more minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
5. Add any fresh toppings like basil or sliced tomato, cut into 4 slices, and eat.

Tips

• Watch it the first time. Every oven and tortilla is different. The pre-bake can take 4 minutes or 6 depending on how thin your tortilla is, so check it the first time so you learn your timing.
• Don’t overload the toppings. Too much sauce or too many heavy toppings weigh the thin crust down and make it soggy. Go light and even.
• Brush the edges with oil. A little oil around the rim before baking gives you golden, crispy edges like a real thin-crust pizza.

Substitutions and Variations

Use Alfredo sauce for a white pizza. Pesto works too.

Swap the cheese: Mozzarella is classic, but provolone and cheddar both melt well.

Meat lovers: Add cooked sausage, bacon, ham, and pepperoni.

Margherita: Skip the heavy toppings and finish with fresh basil and sliced tomato after baking.

Make it in the air fryer: Air fry the bare tortilla at 375°F for 2–3 minutes to crisp, top it, then air fry another 3–4 minutes until the cheese melts.

Storage and Reheating

These are best fresh, but leftovers keep in an airtight container in the fridge for 3–4 days.
To reheat, skip the microwave, it makes the crust soft. Reheat slices on a baking sheet at 375°F for 5–8 minutes, or in the air fryer for 2–3 minutes, to bring back the crispy crust and remelt the cheese.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best low carb tortilla for pizza? Mission Carb Balance and La Banderita Carb Lean are the two most popular low carb tortillas for pizza because they crisp up well and hold their shape under toppings. A taco-size tortilla makes a single personal pizza.

How many carbs are in a tortilla pizza? It depends on the tortilla and toppings, but using a low carb tortilla, low-sugar pizza sauce, and mozzarella, a cheese tortilla pizza typically lands around 7–8 net carbs. Check your specific tortilla’s label, since most of the carbs come from the crust.

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Low Carb Tortilla Pizza

A crispy, cheesy low carb tortilla pizza made on a low carb tortilla with pizza sauce, mozzarella, and your favorite toppings. Ready in about 13 minutes with no special equipment.

Prep Time5 minutes mins

Cook Time8 minutes mins

Total Time13 minutes mins

Course: Low Carb

Cuisine: American

Servings: 1 serving

Calories: 344kcal

Author: Bailey Campbell

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Ingredients 

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• 1 low carb tortilla
• ¼ cup pizza sauce
• ½ cup shredded cheese
• ½ tsp Italian seasoning
• Toppings of choice such as pepperoni slices, fresh tomato, fresh basil, black olives, mushrooms, etc.

Instructions

• Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F. Lightly spray or brush your tortilla with avocado oil or olive oil. 
• Bake the tortilla in preheated oven on a baking sheet for 4-5 minutes to crisp up. Once crispy, add the pizza sauce and spread all over the tortilla. 
• Top with shredded cheese and italian seasoning. You can add salt + black pepper as well. 
• Put baking trap back into the oven and bake for another 4 minutes until the cheese is melted.
• Remove the pizza from the oven and place it on a plate. Add fresh toppings of choice such as freshly sliced tomatoes, fresh basil, or grated parmesan cheese. Cut into 4 slices with pizza cutter. Enjoy!

Notes

Storage – These are best fresh, but leftovers keep in an airtight container in the fridge for 3–4 days.

To reheat, skip the microwave, it makes the crust soft. Reheat slices on a baking sheet at 375°F for 5–8 minutes, or in the air fryer for 2–3 minutes, to bring back the crispy crust and remelt the cheese.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 344kcal | Carbohydrates: 21g | Protein: 21g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 7g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 56mg | Sodium: 726mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 4g

The nutrition information provided is calculated based on industry-standard software and should be used as a general guide only. The information may vary depending on ingredient substitutions, cooking techniques, and individual serving sizes. It is the responsibility of the reader to ensure the accuracy and appropriateness of the nutritional information provided. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider for personalized medical or nutritional advice.

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