Description
This High Protein Cottage Cheese Pizza Bowl is a quick and nutritious meal that combines creamy cottage cheese with classic pizza flavors. Topped with mozzarella, pepperoni, and fresh herbs, it’s a delicious low-carb, high-protein alternative to traditional pizza, baked conveniently in an oven-safe bowl.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup low-fat cottage cheese (smooth or blended)
- 1/4 cup marinara sauce
- 1 tbsp almond flour
- 1/2 red bell pepper, chopped
- 1/4 red onion, sliced
- 1/8 cup black olives, chopped
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt & black pepper, to taste
Toppings
- 1/4 cup light mozzarella cheese, grated
- 4-5 pepperoni slices
- Parmesan cheese, grated (for garnish)
- Fresh basil, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Set your oven to 400°F (200°C) to get it ready for baking the pizza bowl.
- Combine ingredients: In an oven-safe bowl, mix together the cottage cheese, marinara sauce, almond flour, chopped red bell pepper, sliced red onion, chopped black olives, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
- Prepare for baking: Smooth out the mixture evenly in the bowl and sprinkle the grated mozzarella cheese evenly over the top.
- Add pepperoni: Place the pepperoni slices on top of the cheese layer, distributing them evenly.
- Bake: Place the bowl in the preheated oven and bake for 5 to 8 minutes, or until the mozzarella has melted, the edges of the bowl are bubbling, and the pepperoni has crisped up to your liking.
- Garnish and serve: Remove from the oven and sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese and fresh chopped basil for a burst of flavor before serving.
Notes
- You can blend the cottage cheese before mixing to achieve a smoother texture if preferred.
- Almond flour acts as a binder and adds a slight nutty flavor; it can be substituted with coconut flour if needed.
- Adjust seasoning and spice levels according to your taste preferences.
- For a vegetarian version, omit the pepperoni or replace with vegetarian slices.
- Use an oven-safe ceramic or glass bowl to prevent cracking during baking.
- Serve immediately to enjoy the melted cheese and fresh herbs at their best.
