Cottage Cheese Pizza Bowl

A healthy twist on traditional pizza, this Cottage Cheese Pizza Bowl combines creamy cottage cheese with your favorite toppings for a nutritious and satisfying meal.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Total Time 30

Servings: 2 servings

Course: Dinner, Lunch

Cuisine: American

Calories: 300

Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

Base

1 cup cottage cheese (low-fat or regular) Use plant-based cottage cheese for a vegan option.
1/2 cup marinara sauce Store-bought or homemade; ensure gluten-free if needed.

Toppings

1/2 cup mozzarella cheese (shredded)
1/4 cup pepperoni slices Or your choice of protein.
1/4 cup vegetable toppings Like bell peppers, mushrooms, or spinach.
to taste Italian seasoning
to taste Salt and pepper Optional.

Method

Preparation

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
In a mixing bowl, combine the cottage cheese and marinara sauce. Stir well until nicely blended.
Spoon the cottage cheese mixture into an oven-safe bowl or baking dish, creating a layer at the bottom.
Sprinkle half of the shredded mozzarella over the cottage cheese mixture.

Topping

Layer your favorite toppings on top of the cheese, including pepperoni slices and any vegetables.
Sprinkle the rest of the mozzarella on top, ensuring everything is well covered.

Baking

Season with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper to your liking.
Bake in the oven for about 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
Let it cool for a minute or two before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4g

Notes

This dish is perfect for quick weeknight dinners. Consider adding fresh herbs just before serving.

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