Creamy Cottage Cheese Pizza Bowl for a Healthy Twist

Enjoy a protein-packed Cottage Cheese Pizza Bowl that provides all the satisfaction of pizza without the guilt.

Print Recipe Pin Recipe

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 25

Cooling Time 5

Total Time 40

Servings: 4 bowls

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Italian

Calories: 350

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Base

2 cups Cottage Cheese Low-fat or full-fat based on preference
1 cup Marinara Sauce Store-bought or homemade

For the Veggies

1 cup Chopped Bell Peppers Any color
1 cup Sliced Mushrooms Fresh or canned
1 cup Chopped Spinach or Kale Substitute with any leafy greens

For the Topping

1 cup Shredded Mozzarella Cheese Can use cheddar or provolone
Optional Toppings (Sliced Olives, Diced Onions, Fresh Basil)

For Cooking

1 tablespoon Olive Oil Or cooking spray or butter
to taste Salt Essential for seasoning
to taste Pepper Essential for seasoning

Equipment

Baking Dish

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Spread a layer of cottage cheese across the bottom of a medium baking dish.
Spoon marinara sauce over the cottage cheese layer evenly.
Sprinkle chopped bell peppers, sliced mushrooms, and chopped spinach on top.
Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese over the veggie layer.
Drizzle olive oil over the cheese and veggies, then season with salt and pepper.
Bake for about 20-25 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Let it cool for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh basil if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 25gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 2500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the fridge or freeze for up to 3 months.

Tried this recipe?

Let us know how it was!