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Cottage Cheese Pizza Bowl

Cottage Cheese Pizza Bowl: A Healthy Twist on Comfort Food

This Cottage Cheese Pizza Bowl is a healthy and protein-packed alternative to traditional pizza, perfect for weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bowl
  • 2 cups Cottage Cheese use low-fat or full-fat
  • 1 cup Marinara Sauce store-bought or homemade
  • 1 cup Chopped Bell Peppers any color
  • 1 cup Sliced Mushrooms
  • 1 cup Chopped Spinach or Kale or other leafy greens
  • 1 cup Shredded Mozzarella Cheese adjust quantity to taste
For Flavor
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Salt to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper to taste
Optional Toppings
  • 1/2 cup Sliced Olives
  • 1/2 cup Diced Onions red or white
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Basil for garnish

Equipment

  • Baking Dish

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Spread the cottage cheese evenly across the bottom of a medium-sized baking dish.
  3. Dollop marinara sauce over the cottage cheese and spread it evenly.
  4. Scatter the chopped bell peppers, sliced mushrooms, and chopped spinach over the marinara sauce.
  5. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese over the top of the veggies.
  6. Drizzle olive oil and sprinkle salt and pepper on top.
  7. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
  8. Allow to cool slightly before serving, optionally garnish with fresh basil.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 30gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 400mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Customize toppings based on preference, can serve with salad or garlic bread.

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