Cottage Cheese Pizza Bowl: High-Protein, Quick Meal (Print Version)
High-protein Cottage Cheese Pizza Bowl offers a quick, satisfying meal. Enjoy cheesy pizza flavors without the crust, perfect for a healthy, speedy lunch or dinner.
# Recipe Info:
Prep Time: 5 Minutes minutes
Cook Time: 10 Minutes minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Servings: 1 Servings
Difficulty: Beginner
Cuisine: American
Dietary: Gluten-Free, Diabetic-Friendly
# Ingredients:
→ The Creamy Canvas
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1 cup low-fat cottage cheese (1% or 2%)
→ Zesty Pizza Layers
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1/4 cup marinara sauce (no sugar added)
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1/4 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
→ Savory Toppings & Aromatics
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15 slices turkey pepperoni
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1/4 cup diced bell pepper (any color)
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2 tbsp diced red onion
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1/4 cup sliced black olives
→ Flavorful Finishing Touches
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1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
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1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
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1 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
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1 tbsp fresh basil, chopped (for garnish)
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Salt and black pepper to taste
# Instructions:
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Dice 1/4 cup bell pepper and 2 tbsp red onion. Slice 1/4 cup black olives and chop 1 tbsp fresh basil. Having all your ingredients prepped makes assembling your Heavenly Cottage Cheese Pizza Bowl: High-Protein & Quick Meal a breeze.
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In a microwave-safe or oven-safe bowl, add 1 cup low-fat cottage cheese (1% or 2%). Spread it evenly to form the creamy base of your Heavenly Cottage Cheese Pizza Bowl.
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Spoon 1/4 cup marinara sauce (no sugar added) over the cottage cheese. Evenly sprinkle 1/4 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese on top of the sauce layer, creating a delicious foundation.
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Arrange 15 slices turkey pepperoni, 1/4 cup diced bell pepper, 2 tbsp diced red onion, and 1/4 cup sliced black olives over the mozzarella. Distribute them for even flavor in every bite.
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Sprinkle 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning, 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional), and salt and black pepper to taste. Microwave for 1-2 minutes, or bake at 375°F for 8-10 minutes, until cheese is melted and bubbly. This completes the cooking for your Heavenly Cottage Cheese Pizza Bowl: High-Protein & Quick Meal.
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Finish your hot pizza bowl with 1 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese and 1 tbsp fresh basil. Serve immediately and savor your delicious Heavenly Cottage Cheese Pizza Bowl: High-Protein & Quick Meal.
# Notes:
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Feel free to customize your pizza bowl with other low-carb veggies like mushrooms, spinach, or even a sprinkle of cooked lean ground turkey for extra protein.
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Enjoy this pizza bowl on its own for a satisfying meal, or serve it with a side salad for added greens and fiber.
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For a crispier top, broil for the last minute, watching carefully to prevent burning the cheese.
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This dish is best enjoyed fresh. If you have leftovers, store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 day, but note the cottage cheese texture may change slightly.
# Tools You'll Need:
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Microwave-safe bowl
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Measuring cups and spoons
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Knife
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Cutting board
# Nutrition Facts (Per Serving):
Calories: 373 kcal
Total Fat: 14 g
Total Carbohydrate: 18 g
Protein: 43 g