Low Carb Mexican Pizza (THM S) – Taco Bell Inspired Dinner the Whole Family Will Love

If you’ve been craving the classic Taco Bell Mexican Pizza but want to stay on plan, this Low Carb Mexican Pizza (THM S) will hit the spot! It’s crispy, cheesy, flavorful, and easy enough for a busy weeknight. This healthier version gives you all the nostalgic taste without the drive-thru or the carb overload.

This recipe uses simple ingredients, comes together fast, and tastes just like the original—but better. Whether you follow Trim Healthy Mama, eat low carb, or just want a family-friendly dinner, this one checks every box. Sorry that the pictures turned out a little dark. At least you know they aren’t Ai.

Low Carb Mexican Pizza – THM S Recipe

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef
• ½ onion, diced
• 1 packet (or homemade) taco seasoning
• 2–3 tablespoons Taco Bell Mexican Pizza Dip or enchilada sauce
• Low-carb tortillas (Mission Zero Carb, Carb Balance, etc.)
• Refried beans (optional – smear lightly to stay THM S-friendly)
• Shredded Mexican blend cheese
• Additional sauce for topping (Mexican Pizza Dip or enchilada sauce)
• Optional toppings: diced tomatoes, sliced green onions, black olives

Instructions

1. Cook the Ground Beef

Brown the ground beef and diced onion in a skillet. Drain, if needed.
Stir in the taco seasoning and 2–3 tablespoons of Taco Bell Mexican Pizza Dip (or enchilada sauce). Let simmer a couple of minutes to blend flavors.

2. Crisp the Low-Carb Tortillas

Choose your method. I sprayed both sides lightly with cooking spray:

• Air Fryer: 375°F for 3–5 minutes
• Oven: 400°F for 4–6 minutes
• Skillet: Lightly spray and cook until golden and crisp

They should be sturdy enough to hold the layers without getting soggy.

3. Assemble the Mexican Pizzas

Place one crisp tortilla on a lined baking sheet.

• Spread a thin layer of refried beans (optional).
• Add the seasoned beef.
• Sprinkle with cheese.
• Top with the second crisp tortilla.
• Spread the top with sauce.
• Add another sprinkle of cheese.

4. Bake

Bake at 400°F for 5–10 minutes, until the cheese melts and everything is hot, bubbly, and lightly golden.

5. Add Classic Toppings

Finish with:

• Diced tomatoes
• Sliced green onions
• Black olives

How to Serve THM S Mexican Pizza

Serve with any THM S-friendly side:

• Guacamole
• Sour cream
• Lettuce + salsa side salad
• Pickled or fresh jalapeños
• Cauliflower Mexican “rice”

It’s filling on its own, but the toppings make it extra fun for family taco night.

Tips for the Best Low Carb Mexican Pizza

• Crisp the tortillas well for that authentic “crunch.”
• Adding sauce to the beef gives a deeper Taco Bell flavor.
• Hand-shredded cheese melts best, but packaged works fine.
• Add hot sauce or chipotle powder for extra heat.

These are the sauces I used

FAQ – Low Carb & THM S Mexican Pizza

Can I make this Mexican pizza without beans?

Yes! Skip the beans to keep it fully low carb and THM S.

Can I use chicken instead of beef?

Absolutely. Ground chicken or turkey works great—just season well.

What low-carb tortillas work best?

Mission Zero Carb and Carb Balance crisp very well, but any sturdy low-carb tortilla will do.

What if I don’t use low carb tortillas?

If you don’t care about having circles, find lavash bread. That crisps up great and has cleaner ingredients.

Is this recipe gluten free?

If you use gluten-free low-carb tortillas and gluten-free enchilada sauce, it can be completely gluten free.

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Low Carb Mexican Pizza

Course Main Course

Cuisine Mexican

Diet Diabetic

Servings 4

Author Jennifer Overstreet

Ingredients

• 1 lb Ground Beef
• 1/2 `M Onion, chopped
• Enchilada or Pizza Sauce
• 8 Low Carb tortillas
• 2 C Shredded cheese, use as much or as little as you want

Desired Toppings: For the classis diced tomatoes, green onions, and black olives. Extra: Sour cream, guacamole, pico, jalapenos

• 1 Pkt Taco Seasoing, or your own mix

Instructions

• Brown meat in skillet, add onion and taco seasonings. Add about 3 tablespoons of sauce. Taste and add more sauce or seasonings if you think it needs it. While you are cooking your ground beef, crisp your tortillas. They get crisp fairly quickly, so keep an eye on them. Also, if you use an air fryer, they might fly around and bend. I continually opened ours and made sure they were flat. I also flipped them.
  
• Start assembling your pizzas. If desired, smear with warm refired beans. If they aren't warm, your tortilla might break.
  
• Top with taco meat.
  
• Top with desired amount of cheese.
  
• Top with the second tortilla, sauce, and then more cheese.
  
• Bake at 400 degrees for 5-10 minutes.
  
• Top as desired.
  
• Cut into fourths.