🍕 Tiny Tortilla Pizza — Real Food in a Tiny Way
I’m still in the bariatric stages, and I’ve finally reached the real food part — that exciting (and sometimes intimidating) stage where you start testing what your new stomach can handle. It’s a time of learning, experimenting, and rediscovering food in a whole new way.
Right now, I’m staying protein-forward and working with about 4 oz portions, gradually building up toward 8 oz — or roughly one cup — within the next month. It’s not always easy, but every successful meal feels like a small victory.
I enjoy sharing these moments as I go along — not because I have it all figured out, but because each stage teaches me something new about my body, my relationship with food, and what real nourishment looks like now.
Why I Love This Tiny Meal
There’s something so comforting about pizza — that familiar smell of warm sauce, melted cheese, and crisp edges. But after bariatric surgery, the traditional version doesn’t fit our new reality (literally!).
That’s where this little creation comes in: a single-serve, protein-forward Tiny Tortilla Pizza that brings all the flavor and satisfaction of pizza night — just sized for your current phase. It’s quick, simple, and gentle on your new stomach while still feeling like real food.
🍅 Tiny Tortilla Pizza Recipe
Makes: 1 serving (3.5 ish oz total)
Prep Time: 5 min Cook Time: 5–6 min Total: 10–12 min
Ingredients
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2 zero-carb street tortillas (Mission Zero Carb or similar)
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¼ cup pizza sauce (or seasoned tomato/spaghetti sauce)
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⅛ oz shredded Italian cheese (or mozzarella)
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4 slices turkey pepperoni, diced very small (since the pizza is tiny)
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Optional: finely diced toppings like onion, mushroom, olive, or bell pepper
Instructions
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Crisp: Air fry, bake, or toaster bake the two tortillas at 375 °F for 2–3 minutes until lightly crisp — whichever method works best for your setup, since the pizza is tiny.
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Layer: Spread a thin coat of sauce and a sprinkle of cheese on one tortilla, top with the second, then spread the rest of the sauce, cheese, and toppings.
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Cook: Return to air fryer, oven, or toaster oven for 2–3 minutes until cheese melts and edges brown.
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Serve: Let cool a minute; slice or enjoy whole — a compact, high-protein mini pizza.
🔢 Nutrition Estimate (3.5 ish oz total)
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | ≈ 135 kcal |
| Protein | ≈ 13 g |
| Carbohydrates | ≈ 3 g (net 2 g if using zero-carb tortillas) |
| Fat | ≈ 7 g |
| Fiber | ≈ 1 g |
| Sodium | ≈ 420 mg |
💡 Bariatric Real Food Note
This recipe is portioned for one — perfect for early real-food stages. As your tolerance and needs increase, preparing two can make a balanced and satisfying meal while keeping the focus on protein and portion awareness.
A Tiny Bite of Normal
When you’re in recovery and craving something that feels like real food, it’s not about giving in — it’s about re-learning balance.
This little pizza is one of those moments where something small brings big joy. It reminds me that healing doesn’t have to mean giving up the things we love; it just means learning new ways to enjoy them.
Each “tiny” meal has its own quiet victory — one bite, one phase, one day at a time.
And through it all, I’m reminded: God is still in the details — even in a 3.5-ounce pizza. 🍕✨
Always and most importantly — thank you to my family and friends for all the love and support that has carried me this far. I will be back in the days ahead. This is just the beginning. 💛
Let’s Connect
Have an idea?
Share it in the comments — I’d love to hear what’s working for you during your different phases 💛
Till we meet again
love and find joy in your day
Louise
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