Easy High Protein Cottage Cheese Pizza Bowl Recipe
This Easy High Protein Cottage Cheese Pizza Bowl is a quick, healthy, and delicious recipe perfect for those craving pizza without the carbs. Featuring a creamy cottage cheese base blended with pizza sauce and fresh vegetables, topped with mozzarella and turkey pepperoni, and baked to bubbly perfection, it’s a nutritious and satisfying meal option.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Total Time: 17 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
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Base Ingredients
- 1 cup cottage cheese (blended until smooth; low-fat or fat-free preferred)
- 1/4 cup pizza sauce or marinara sauce
- 1 tablespoon gluten-free flour or almond flour
Vegetables & Seasonings
- 1/4 cup chopped peppers (any color)
- 1/8 cup sliced red onions
- 1/8 cup chopped black olives
- 1 teaspoon oregano or Italian seasoning
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Toppings
- 1/4 cup light mozzarella cheese
- 4–5 turkey pepperoni slices
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit to prepare for baking the pizza bowl.
- Mix up the base: In an oven-safe bowl, combine the blended cottage cheese, pizza or marinara sauce, gluten-free or almond flour, chopped peppers, sliced red onions, chopped black olives, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Stir thoroughly to create a uniform mixture.
- Add the toppings: Sprinkle the light mozzarella cheese evenly over the cottage cheese mixture, then layer the turkey pepperoni slices on top.
- Bake your cottage cheese pizza bowl: Place the bowl in the preheated oven and bake for 5 to 7 minutes. Bake until the cheese melts, becomes bubbly, and the pepperoni crisps. For a thicker consistency, you can bake a few minutes longer. When preparing multiple bowls, arrange them on a baking sheet for easier handling.
- Garnish and serve: Optionally, garnish with fresh basil, parsley, or a sprinkle of parmesan cheese. Let cool slightly before serving. If storing leftovers, allow them to cool completely, then store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Notes
- Use low-fat or fat-free cottage cheese for a lighter dish.
- Gluten-free or almond flour works well for those avoiding gluten.
- Adjust baking time if you prefer a firmer or more liquid base.
- Adding fresh herbs as garnish enhances flavor and presentation.
- Store leftovers in the fridge and consume within 2-3 days for best freshness.
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