Cottage Cheese Pizza Bowl: A Creamy, Healthy Twist on Classic Pizza
A creamy and satisfying twist on traditional pizza, combining cottage cheese, zesty marinara, fresh veggies, and mozzarella cheese for a delightful meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- 1 cup cottage cheese (low-fat or full-fat)
- 1 cup marinara sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 1/2 cup chopped bell peppers (any color)
- 1/2 cup sliced mushrooms
- 1/2 cup chopped spinach or kale
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- Olive oil, to taste
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
- Optional toppings: sliced olives, diced onions, fresh basil
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Spread cottage cheese evenly across the bottom of a medium baking dish.
- Spoon marinara sauce generously over the cottage cheese layer.
- Scatter chopped bell peppers, mushrooms, and spinach over the sauce.
- Top with shredded mozzarella and any additional toppings.
- Drizzle with olive oil, season with salt and pepper.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes, until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Remove from oven, let cool slightly, garnish with fresh basil, and serve.
Notes
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Reheat in microwave or bake at 350°F (175°C) for 10–15 minutes.