Creamy Cottage Cheese Pizza Bowl
A creamy, high-protein Cottage Cheese Pizza Bowl packed with marinara, veggies, and melted cheese. A quick, flavorful, easy weeknight meal.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup cottage cheese (low-fat or full-fat)
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- ½ cup chopped bell peppers (any color)
- ½ cup sliced mushrooms
- ½ chopped spinach or kale
- ½ shredded mozzarella cheese
- Olive oil, to taste
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Optional Toppings
- Sliced olives
- Diced onions
- Fresh basil
Instructions
1. Prepare the Base
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Spread the cottage cheese evenly in a small oven-safe dish.
2. Add Sauces & Veggies
- Pour marinara sauce over the cottage cheese.
- Add bell peppers, mushrooms, and spinach.
3. Top & Bake
- Sprinkle mozzarella cheese on top and add optional toppings.
- Drizzle lightly with olive oil, then season with salt and pepper.
- Bake 20–25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
4. Serve
- Let cool for a few minutes.
- Garnish with fresh basil and enjoy warm.
Notes
- Adjust veggie amounts based on preference—this recipe is extremely flexible.
- Full-fat cottage cheese gives the richest texture, but any type works.
- Add herbs like oregano or basil for a classic pizza flavor boost.
- Perfect for low-carb, high-protein eating styles.