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Cottage Cheese Pizza Bowl

Cottage Cheese Pizza Bowl: Your New Go-To Healthy Comfort Meal

Experience the Cottage Cheese Pizza Bowl, a quick and healthy twist on classic pizza that is packed with protein and customizable toppings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 2 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Healthy
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 2 cups Cottage Cheese Low-fat or full-fat options
  • 1 cup Marinara Sauce Store-bought or homemade
For the Toppings
  • 1 cup Chopped Bell Peppers Mix different colors for visual appeal
  • 1 cup Sliced Mushrooms Earthy flavor and additional texture
  • 1 cup Chopped Spinach or Kale Substitute with any leafy green
  • 1 cup Shredded Mozzarella Cheese Melts wonderfully on top
For Seasoning
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil Enhances flavor and helps cooking
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
Optional Toppings
  • 1/2 cup Sliced Olives Adjust according to taste
  • 1/2 cup Diced Onions
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Basil For garnishing

Equipment

  • Medium-sized baking dish

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Cottage Cheese Pizza Bowl
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and gather your ingredients and a baking dish.
  2. Spread a layer of cottage cheese evenly across the bottom of the baking dish.
  3. Spread spoonfuls of marinara sauce over the cottage cheese layer.
  4. Scatter chopped bell peppers, sliced mushrooms, and fresh spinach over the marinara.
  5. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese over the vegetables.
  6. Drizzle olive oil and sprinkle salt and pepper on top.
  7. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, watching for the cheese to become bubbly and golden.
  8. Let cool for a few minutes and garnish with fresh basil before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Freezing portions is also an option for convenience.

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