Description
This Cottage Cheese Pizza Bowl is a healthy and protein-packed twist on classic pizza. It combines creamy cottage cheese with savory pizza toppings, including marinara sauce, mozzarella cheese, pepperoni, and fresh vegetables, all served in a bowl instead of a crust. It’s a perfect low-carb, high-protein option for pizza lovers looking for a nutritious alternative. Enjoy the flavors of pizza without the guilt!
Ingredients
Scale
For the Pizza Base:
- 2 cups cottage cheese (full-fat or low-fat)
- 1/2 cup marinara sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Toppings:
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (or part-skim mozzarella)
- 1/4 cup sliced pepperoni (or turkey pepperoni for a leaner option)
- 1/4 cup diced bell peppers (optional)
- 1/4 cup sliced black olives (optional)
- 1/4 cup diced red onions (optional)
- Fresh basil or parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Pizza Base:
In a medium bowl, combine the cottage cheese, marinara sauce, garlic powder, oregano, salt, and pepper. Stir well to combine until the mixture is smooth and evenly mixed. - Assemble the Pizza Bowl:
Spoon the cottage cheese mixture into a serving bowl (or individual bowls). Spread it evenly to form the “pizza base.” - Add the Toppings:
Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese over the top of the cottage cheese mixture. Then, add your desired toppings, such as pepperoni, diced bell peppers, black olives, and red onions. - Bake the Pizza Bowl:
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Place the bowl on a baking sheet and bake for about 10-12 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the edges of the toppings are slightly crisped. - Garnish and Serve:
Once out of the oven, garnish your Cottage Cheese Pizza Bowl with fresh basil or parsley, if desired. Serve immediately and enjoy your healthier, pizza-inspired meal!
Notes
- For a lower-fat version, opt for low-fat or fat-free cottage cheese and use part-skim mozzarella.
- You can add other pizza toppings such as mushrooms, spinach, or turkey sausage to customize the flavor.
- If you prefer a more “crust-like” texture, you can bake the cottage cheese base for a few minutes before adding the toppings to make it slightly firmer.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 40mg