Tortilla Pizza for One (Easy, Low Carb, WW Friendly)

Pizza is one of my favorite foods. I’m particular about the crust — I like it thin and crispy, not thick and doughy. Which means a lot of delivery pizza doesn’t actually hit the mark for me anyway.

This tortilla pizza does. The trick is pre-baking the tortilla before you add the toppings — four minutes in the oven with a light spray of cooking spray gets it crispy, then you flip it, add your sauce and toppings, and bake for another four to five minutes. The result is genuinely crispy, not soggy, and the whole thing takes about 15 minutes.

Using a high-fiber low-carb tortilla keeps the calories and points reasonable. And since it’s sized for one, there’s no whole pizza sitting on the counter tempting you to have another slice.

Why I Love This Recipe

• 15 minutes start to finish — faster than delivery
• 200 calories and 4 WW Points for the whole pizza
• Thin and crispy crust — the flip technique is the secret
• Made for one — no leftovers, no temptation
• Endlessly customizable — the base recipe is just a starting point

Ingredients and Substitutions

• Low-carb high-fiber tortilla — a low-carb tortilla (affiliate link) like Ole Xtreme Wellness or Mission Carb Balance works well. The nutrition and points are calculated based on a high-fiber low-carb tortilla — a regular flour tortilla will change the points significantly. Note that some high-fiber tortillas don’t crisp as well as others; Ole and Mission are reliable brands for this method.
• Pizza sauce — just 1 tablespoon is enough to cover the crust lightly. Any pizza sauce or marinara works. For a white pizza, skip the sauce entirely and brush the crust with a little olive oil and garlic powder. Pesto is another good alternative.
• Mozzarella — 1 ounce fresh or ¼ cup shredded. Any low-fat shredded cheese works as a substitute — provolone, Italian blend, or part-skim mozzarella are all good options.
• Fresh tomatoes — 1 tablespoon diced. If you don’t have fresh, canned diced tomatoes work — drain and pat them dry well or they’ll make the crust soggy.
• Fresh basil — 1 teaspoon chopped, added before the final bake. Dried basil can substitute but fresh is noticeably better here.
• Dried oregano — ¼ teaspoon. A pinch of red pepper flakes alongside is good if you like a little heat.

Topping variations — this is where the fun is. A few combinations that work well on this crust: chicken sausage and peppers, ham and pineapple, fresh spinach and mushrooms, arugula added after baking (salad-and-pizza in one), or just extra cheese if that’s your mood.

Calories and WW Points

According to my calculations, each individual pizza has just 200 calories and 4 WW Points.

To see your WW Points for this recipe, track it in the WW App!
(You must be logged into WW on a smartphone or tablet.)
5 PointsPlus (Old plan)

How to Make Tortilla Pizza, Step-by-Step

Step 1: Gather and prepare all ingredients.

Step 2: Preheat the oven to 400F degrees.

Step 3: Spray the tortilla with non-stick cooking spray. Place on baking pan and cook for 4 minutes.

Step 4: Remove the pan from the oven. Flip the tortilla over and mist with a little non-stick spray. Spread with the pizza sauce keeping it a half inch or so from the edge.

Top with cheese, tomatoes, oregano and fresh basil.

Step 5: Return the pizza to the oven and bake for an additional 4-5 minutes.

Step 6: Remove when the cheese has melted, and the crust is crispy.

Tips for Success

• The flip is the key step. Pre-baking and flipping the tortilla before adding toppings is what makes the crust genuinely crispy rather than soft and limp. Don’t skip it.
• Don’t overload the toppings. A tablespoon of sauce and an ounce of cheese is the right ratio for a thin crust — too many toppings weigh it down and trap moisture.
• Dry your toppings. Fresh tomatoes and canned tomatoes both release moisture as they cook. Pat them dry before adding to the pizza or the crust will soften.
• Air fryer method: Preheat to 400°F. Spray and pre-bake the tortilla for 2–3 minutes, flip, add toppings, and air fry for another 2–3 minutes until the cheese is melted. The air fryer gives excellent crispiness — check it closely since it can go from perfect to charred quickly.
• Toaster oven works great. The smaller oven heats up faster and the direct heat does a nice job on the crust.

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a crisp wedge salad or a simple green salad alongside. A bowl of slow cooker vegetable soup makes it a more substantial meal.

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Recipe source: Eat What You Love: Restaurant Favorites (affiliate link) by Marlene Koch

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use a regular flour tortilla? Yes, but the nutrition and points will be different — a standard 10-inch flour tortilla has significantly more points than a high-fiber low-carb tortilla. Enter your specific brand in the WW app for accurate points.

Why is the flip step necessary? Pre-baking the first side creates a firm base, and flipping it puts that crispy side face-up under the toppings. Without the flip, the bottom stays soft and the whole thing tends to go limp once you add sauce and cheese.

Can I make this in an air fryer? Yes — it works very well. Preheat to 400°F, spray and pre-bake 2–3 minutes, flip, add toppings, and air fry another 2–3 minutes. Keep a close eye on it; air fryers vary and it can crisp up fast.

What’s the best tortilla brand? Ole Xtreme Wellness and Mission Carb Balance both crisp reliably with this method. Some high-fiber tortillas stay softer — if yours isn’t crisping, make sure you’re using enough cooking spray and that the oven is fully preheated before the tortilla goes in.

More Pizza Recipes for Weight Watchers

• Easy Hawaiian English Muffin Pizza
• Pepperoni Pizza Chili (for the Stovetop or Slow Cooker)
• Slow Cooker Vegetable Pizza
• Whole Wheat 3-Cheese Garden Veggie Pizza
• Favorite WW 2- and 3-Ingredient Dough Recipes
• Easy Mexican Skillet Pizza