Meatzza (Oven or Air Fryer)

Introducing the Delicious Meatzza: It's a burger, it's a pizza, it's a mouthwatering fusion that'll have your taste buds singing! Get ready to embark on a flavour-packed journey where the burger meets the pizza. It's all the best parts of both in one.

The Meatzza

For years, I've been crafting Meatzzas, and to be honest, I've grown to prefer them over traditional pizza. Call me unconventional, but the excess carbs and heavy bread of regular pizza can sometimes be a bit overwhelming.

But let's not deny the sheer delight of pizza flavours! So, why not take it up a notch? Picture this: a delicious seasoned burger as the base, that same delectable homemade pizza sauce, and all your favourite pizza toppings to finish it off. Meatzza – where the burger meets the pizza, creating a taste sensation that's anything but ordinary

Calories in Meatzza

This delicious Moussaka Meatballs dish serves four people and has 300 calories per serving (no sides).

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Ingredients for Meatzza

To prepare these easy chicken fajitas, here are some notes on the ingredients used:

1. Beef Mince/Ground Beef- use extra lean to keep this low in calories, but don't go any leaner than 5% fat for best results, as leaner can be a bit dry for a burger base.
2. Cornstarch/Cornflour - It helps the mince combine and hold together while keeping in tender.
3. Seasonings: garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, basil and parsley, which all help flavour the burger and pizza sauce, you can also add chilli flakes for a bit of heat (optional)
4. Tomatoes - a mixture of passata and tomato paste combined to make the pizza sauce.
5. Granulated Sweetener - cuts the acidity in the tomatoes and balances the flavour. You can use sugar or honey/maple syrup if you prefer.
6. Cheese - I use a combination of cheddar and mozzarella as it yields the perfect melted topping. But use a combination of different cheese if you prefer.
7. Toppings - I opt for red onion, peppers and black olives, but this is perfect with any typical pizza toppings (see more suggestions below).
8. Salt and Pepper - These basic yet essential flavour enhancers are key for elevating the taste of your dishes. No food will ever be bland when these are used to season to taste

Once you've gathered all the ingredients and prepared them accordingly, you're all set to create this easy and delightful recipe for breakfast.

See the recipe card for specific quantities and instructions.

Oven Meatzza

To prepare the meatzza in the oven, I recommend using either a quiche dish or a round dish with an approximate 10-inch diameter.

Once you've blind-baked the base, it's time to add the pizza sauce, your desired toppings, and a generous layer of your preferred cheese. Place it back in the oven and bake until the cheese is fully melted and turns a beautiful golden hue.

Air Fryer Meatzza

If you happen to have an air fryer and prefer to use it for cooking the meatzza, this recipe is well-suited for that purpose.

Similar to the oven method, we start by partially cooking and achieving a golden crust in the air fryer by blind-air frying the base. You can use the grill plate for this. If you have a dual air fryer, you might consider making two smaller rectangular-sized meatzzas.

Afterward, as in the oven method, you can add the sauce, toppings, and cheese. The advantage of using the air fryer is that it significantly speeds up the cooking process.

Variations/Substitutes on the Recipe

Other Proteins: Feel free to add in or swap for other ground meat/mince like pork, chicken or turkey, but ensure you don't use any leaner than 5% fat as otherwise it can become a bit dry. For turkey and chicken it may require slightly less time to cook.

Variation of sauce: As well as the typical pizza sauce - barbecue sauce is anorther great choice of add some buffalo hot sauce into the pizza sauce for a bit of heat.

Topping choices: There is a wide array of topping choices to consider for your meatzza, including:

• Sliced jalapeños (for a spicy kick)
• Sliced bell peppers
• Sliced red onions
• Black olives
• Mushrooms
• Sweetcorn
• Pineapple
• Sliced tomatoes
• Fresh basil leaves
• Spinach leaves
• Fresh mozzarella cheese
• Shredded cheddar cheese
• Parmesan cheese
• Ricotta cheese dollops

And don't forget, even though the base is essentially one large burger, there's no reason why you can't double up and add some pepperoni or bacon as a topping. It's a delightful twist!

Feel free to mix and match these toppings to craft your own delectable meatzza combination!

Sides for Meatzza

This meatzza is perfect served just as it is, but to complement this mouthwatering meatzza, consider some of the following sides.

Mixed Salad: A refreshing mixed salad with crisp lettuce, juicy tomatoes, crunchy cucumbers, red onion, carrot, peppers and more. Pair it with a tangy dressing like this Homemade Low Calorie Ranch Dressing

Potato Wedges or Seasoned Chips: If you're craving something heartier, homemade potato wedges or chips, seasoned to perfection and baked until crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, are an excellent choice. Choose from the following:

• Oven Baked Chips
• Sweet Potato Fries
• Spicy Potato Wedges
• Garlic and Herb Potato Wedges
• or for a lower carb choice Butternut Squash Fries

These sides not only add variety but also enhance the overall dining experience, creating a well-rounded and satisfying meal for the whole family.

More Low Calorie Pizza Inspired Recipes

Are you in search of more low calorie Pizza inspired recipes? Look no further! Here are some great choices below:

• Sweet Potato Pizza Crust
• Cauliflower Pizza Crust

or if you just want any kind of pizza type dish, there are also the following:

• Pizza Fries
• Breakfast Omelette Pizza
• Portobello Mushroom Pizzas
• Pizza Topped Baked Sweet Potato
• Breakfast Hash Brown Pizza
• Pizza Toasts
• Pizza Chicken
• Air Fryer Pizza Sweet Potato Slices

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