High Protein Cottage Cheese Pizza Bowls Recipe
These High Protein Cottage Cheese Pizza Bowls are a delicious, healthy alternative to classic pizza, delivering 27 grams of protein per serving. With a combination of cottage cheese, marinara, and melty mozzarella, they offer a low-calorie, gluten-free, and vegetarian-friendly meal option that’s perfect for quick lunches, dinners, or meal prep.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 22 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free, Vegetarian
Ingredients
Cottage Cheese Mixture
- 1.5 cups low-fat cottage cheese
- 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Vegetables & Toppings
- 1/4 cup chopped black olives, divided
- 1/4 cup diced bell pepper, divided
- 1/4 cup diced onion, divided
- pinch red pepper flakes
Cheeses & Sauces
- 1/3 cup low sugar marinara sauce, divided
- 1/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Instructions
- Mix Cottage Cheese and Seasonings: In a mixing bowl, combine the low-fat cottage cheese, Parmesan cheese, 1/4 cup of the marinara sauce, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning. Stir this mixture thoroughly to blend all flavors.
- Add Vegetables: Stir in half of the black olives, chopped bell pepper, and chopped onions into the cottage cheese mixture until evenly distributed.
- Assemble in Containers: Divide the cottage cheese mixture evenly between two oven-safe containers. Top each container with one tablespoon of marinara sauce and sprinkle two tablespoons of shredded mozzarella cheese over each.
- Add Remaining Toppings: Distribute the remaining olives, bell peppers, and onions evenly over the top of each bowl. Sprinkle a little extra Italian seasoning and a pinch of red pepper flakes on each.
- Bake the Pizza Bowls: Place the containers in a preheated oven at 425°F and bake for 10 to 12 minutes until bubbly and heated through. For a browned top, optionally broil for an additional minute.
- Alternative Microwave Option: If preferred, microwave each pizza bowl for 1.5 to 2 minutes until hot and cheese is melted.
- Serve: Enjoy the pizza bowls hot, paired with crackers, pita chips, or fresh chopped vegetables for dipping.
Notes
- Make Ahead: Ingredients can be prepped and stored in the fridge for up to one day to save time.
- Storage: Let pizza bowls cool completely, then cover and refrigerate for 3-4 days.
- Reheat: Use microwave for 1-2 minutes or oven at 350°F for approximately 20 minutes until warmed and cheese is melted.
