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Cottage Cheese Pizza Bowl

Cottage Cheese Pizza Bowl: Your Guilt-Free Pizza Fix

Satisfy your cravings with a healthy twist on pizza, featuring protein-packed cottage cheese and delicious toppings in this Cottage Cheese Pizza Bowl.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 2 bowls
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 cup Cottage Cheese any fat content works
  • 1/2 cup Marinara Sauce store-bought or homemade
For the Toppings
  • 1/2 cup Bell Pepper diced, substitute with favorite veggies
  • 1/4 cup Pepperoni optional for vegetarian alternative
  • 1 cup Mozzarella Cheese shredded or fresh
For the Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning can swap for herbs like oregano or basil
  • 1/2 teaspoon Garlic Powder can use fresh minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon Onion Powder can use fresh minced
  • 1/4 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes adjust for spice level
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black Pepper

Equipment

  • oven-safe bowl
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Small Bowl
  • spoon

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. In a small bowl, combine Italian seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, and red pepper flakes. Mix these dry ingredients thoroughly.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, add cottage cheese and marinara sauce. Add diced bell peppers and pepperoni, followed by the dry seasoning mix. Stir everything together.
  3. Pour the mixture into an oven-safe bowl, spreading it out evenly. Top with shredded mozzarella and extra pepperoni if desired.
  4. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Bake for 8-10 minutes until heated through and cheese is melted.
  5. Switch to broil for 2-3 minutes for a golden finish, keeping a close eye to prevent burning.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 1gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Drain excess moisture from cottage cheese for the best texture. Allow it to sit at room temperature for 10-15 minutes before mixing.

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