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High-protein cottage cheese pizza bowl topped with fresh ingredients

High-Protein Cottage Cheese Pizza Bowl

A light and protein-packed pizza bowl made with cottage cheese, marinara sauce, and your favorite toppings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 minute
Total Time 11 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Dinner, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Base Ingredients
  • 1 cup low-fat cottage cheese Use low-sodium if watching salt.
  • 1/2 cup marinara or pizza sauce Warm before adding.
Toppings
  • 1/4 cup shredded mozzarella Add while sauce is warm.
  • 6-8 pieces cherry tomatoes, halved Adds color and crunch.
  • 1/4 cup sliced black olives
  • 1/4 cup diced bell pepper
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil or a pinch of dried basil Add for flavor.
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional, red pepper flakes for heat

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Spoon the cottage cheese into a bowl as the base.
  2. Warm the marinara sauce in a small pan or microwave for 20-30 seconds, then spoon over the cottage cheese.
  3. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella on top while the sauce is warm, so it melts a little.
  4. Add cherry tomatoes, sliced olives, and diced bell pepper for color and crunch.
  5. Season with salt, pepper, and basil, and add red pepper flakes if desired.
  6. Stir a bit if you want the flavors mixed, or leave layered for bites of cheese and sauce.

Notes

This bowl is great for meal prep; store sauce and toppings separately until ready to eat. You can add veggies, pepperoni, or fresh herbs to fit your taste.