Meat Crust Pie

Experience comfort food with a creative twist in this irresistible Meat Crust Pie! Swapping a traditional pastry crust for a flavorful blend of ground beef and pork, this low-carb dinner centerpiece is packed with hearty goodness. A savory filling of sautéed vegetables—including carrots, celery, mushrooms, and spinach—is layered inside the meaty shell, then topped with melted mozzarella for a cheesy finish. Seasoned with Italian herbs, garlic, and a touch of tomato paste, every bite is bursting with rich, satisfying flavor. Perfect for weeknight dinners or family gatherings, this protein-packed, grain-free pie bakes to perfection in just under an hour. Serve it warm with a fresh salad for a meal that’s as delicious as it is unique. Keywords: meat crust pie, low-carb dinner, protein-packed recipe, grain-free pie.

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:80 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 g Ground beef
• 250 g Ground pork
• 2 large Eggs
• 100 g Breadcrumbs
• 1 medium, finely diced Onion
• 2 cloves, minced Garlic
• 1 tbsp Olive oil
• 1 medium, diced Carrot
• 1 stalk, diced Celery
• 100 g, chopped Mushrooms
• 150 g, fresh Spinach
• 150 g Shredded mozzarella cheese
• 2 tbsp Tomato paste
• 1 tsp Dried Italian seasoning
• 1.5 tsp Salt
• 1 tsp Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

In a large bowl, combine ground beef, ground pork, 1 egg, breadcrumbs, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 0.5 teaspoon of black pepper. Mix thoroughly until well combined. This will form your meat crust.

Step 3

Grease a 9-inch pie dish with olive oil. Press the meat mixture evenly across the bottom and up the sides of the dish to form a crust. Set aside.

Step 4

Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook for 2-3 minutes until translucent. Add the garlic, carrot, celery, and mushrooms, and cook for another 5-7 minutes until softened.

Step 5

Stir in the tomato paste, dried Italian seasoning, 0.5 teaspoon of salt, and 0.5 teaspoon of black pepper. Cook for another 2 minutes. Remove from heat and let the mixture cool slightly.

Step 6

In a small bowl, beat the remaining egg and set aside. Layer the cooked vegetable mixture evenly inside the meat crust. Top with fresh spinach, followed by shredded mozzarella cheese.

Step 7

Brush the exposed meat crust edges with the beaten egg to help it brown nicely during baking.

Step 8

Bake the pie in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes or until the meat crust is cooked through and the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 9

Remove the pie from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1638 grams (1638.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3236

Total Fat 207.20g	266%
Saturated Fat 80.60g	403%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.30g
Cholesterol 1058mg	353%
Sodium 7180mg	312%
Total Carbohydrate 124.00g	45%
Dietary Fiber 13.70g	49%
Total Sugars 24.00g
Protein 225.20g	450%

Vitamin D 82IU	410%
Calcium 1493mg	115%
Iron 22mg	119%
Potassium 3473mg	74%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 57.2%

Protein: 27.6%

Carbs: 15.2%