Quick High-Protein Cottage Cheese Pizza Bowl Dinner (Print Version)
Quick high-protein cottage cheese pizza bowl for a fast, satisfying dinner. Enjoy all your favorite pizza flavors in a healthy, easy-to-make meal.
# 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
# Ingredients:
→ The Creamy Canvas
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1 cup low-fat cottage cheese (2% milkfat)
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Salt and black pepper to taste
→ Pizza's Heart & Soul
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1/4 cup marinara sauce (no added sugar)
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1/4 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
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1 oz turkey pepperoni
→ Garden Fresh & Flavor Boosters
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1/4 cup chopped green bell pepper
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2 tbsp sliced black olives
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1/4 cup sliced cremini mushrooms
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1/2 tsp dried Italian seasoning
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1/4 tsp garlic powder
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Pinch of red pepper flakes
→ Fresh Finish
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2 tbsp fresh basil, chopped
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1 tsp extra virgin olive oil
# Instructions:
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In an oven-safe bowl (or microwave-safe), combine 1 cup low-fat cottage cheese (2% milkfat) with salt and black pepper to taste. This forms the creamy canvas for your Cottage Cheese Pizza Bowl | Quick & High-Protein Dinner. Ensure it's evenly mixed.
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Evenly spread 1/4 cup marinara sauce (no added sugar) over the seasoned cottage cheese. Then, sprinkle 1/4 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese on top, creating the classic pizza foundation for your bowl.
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Arrange 1 oz turkey pepperoni, 1/4 cup chopped green bell pepper, 2 tbsp sliced black olives, and 1/4 cup sliced cremini mushrooms over the mozzarella. Distribute them well for a balanced bite in every spoonful.
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Sprinkle 1/2 tsp dried Italian seasoning, 1/4 tsp garlic powder, and a pinch of red pepper flakes over all the toppings. These aromatics and spices will elevate the flavor profile of your Cottage Cheese Pizza Bowl | Quick & High-Protein Dinner.
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Bake in a preheated oven at 375°F for 10-12 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly. Alternatively, microwave on high for 2-3 minutes, until heated through and cheese is melted.
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Carefully remove the bowl from the oven or microwave. Drizzle with 1 tsp extra virgin olive oil and garnish with 2 tbsp fresh basil, chopped. Serve immediately and enjoy your delicious Cottage Cheese Pizza Bowl | Quick & High-Protein Dinner.
# Notes:
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Feel free to customize your bowl with other quick-cooking vegetables like spinach, cherry tomatoes, or finely diced onion.
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Adjust the red pepper flakes to your preferred spice level; a little goes a long way for a subtle kick.
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This recipe is best enjoyed fresh. If you have leftovers, store them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 day and reheat gently.
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For a more complete meal, serve your pizza bowl with a side salad or a slice of whole-wheat toast for dipping.
# Tools You'll Need:
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Bowl
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Measuring cups
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Measuring spoons
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Cutting board
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Knife
# Nutrition Facts (Per Serving):
Calories: 416 kcal
Total Fat: 21 g
Total Carbohydrate: 16 g
Protein: 45 g