High-Protein Pepperoni Pizza Quesadilla

ByHannah Peterson

This is cheesy, golden pepperoni pizza quesadilla — melty mozzarella, crispy pepperoni, and herbs with a side of marinara for dipping. It’s a quick, satisfying high-protein lunch or dinner that tastes like pizza without the carbs.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

  • Pizza flavors in minutes
  • Extremely high protein and very low carb
  • Crispy outside, gooey inside
  • Kid-friendly and customizable
  • Perfect for meal prep or quick meals

Ingredients (Serves 1–2)

  • 2 large low-carb tortillas (or make your own with 2 eggs + 2 tbsp almond flour + 1 tbsp cream cheese, cooked thin)
  • 1 cup (100g) shredded mozzarella cheese (or mix with cheddar)
  • 20–25 slices pepperoni
  • ½ tsp Italian seasoning
  • ¼ tsp garlic powder
  • Optional: 2–3 tbsp sugar-free pizza sauce or marinara inside
  • Fresh chopped parsley or basil for garnish
  • Extra marinara for dipping (sugar-free)

For even higher protein (optional): Add 2–3 oz cooked chicken or extra cheese.

Instructions

  1. Heat a large non-stick skillet over medium heat.
  2. Place one low-carb tortilla in the skillet. Sprinkle half the mozzarella evenly over it.
  3. Arrange pepperoni slices on top, sprinkle with Italian seasoning and garlic powder. Add a little sauce if desired. Top with remaining cheese.
  4. Place the second tortilla on top (or fold one large tortilla in half for a single serving).
  5. Cook 2–3 minutes until bottom is golden and crispy. Carefully flip and cook another 2–3 minutes until cheese is fully melted and both sides are browned.
  6. Remove from skillet, let rest 1 minute, then slice into wedges. Garnish with fresh herbs and serve with warm marinara for dipping.

Prep Time: 5 minutes Cook Time: 6–8 minutes Total Time: 10–15 minutes

Nutrition (Per Serving — full recipe)

  • Calories: ~480
  • Protein: 38g (very high)
  • Total Carbs: 10g
  • Net Carbs: 6g
  • Fat: 34g

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