Cottage Cheese Pizza Bowl Recipe
A creamy and satisfying twist on traditional pizza, this Cottage Cheese Pizza Bowl combines cottage cheese, zesty marinara, fresh veggies, and melted mozzarella cheese for a delicious, comforting meal that’s perfect for a quick dinner or a cozy night in.
- Author: Nethan
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup cottage cheese (low-fat or full-fat as per preference)
- 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, to taste
- Diced onions, to taste
- Fresh basil, to taste
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure it’s hot and ready for baking your pizza bowl.
- Prepare the baking dish: Evenly spread the cottage cheese at the bottom of a medium-sized baking dish, creating a creamy base layer for your pizza bowl.
- Layer marinara sauce: Spoon the marinara sauce generously over the cottage cheese to add a zesty, flavorful layer.
- Add vegetables: Scatter the chopped bell peppers, sliced mushrooms, and chopped spinach evenly over the marinara sauce.
- Top with cheese and optional ingredients: Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese and any optional toppings like sliced olives or diced onions on top of the veggies.
- Season and drizzle oil: Drizzle olive oil over the assembled ingredients, season with salt and pepper to taste for added flavor.
- Bake: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and slightly golden.
- Serve: Remove the pizza bowl from the oven, allow it to cool slightly, garnish with fresh basil if desired, and serve hot.
Notes
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Reheat leftovers in the microwave or bake at 350°F (175°C) for about 10-15 minutes until heated through.
- For extra creaminess, mix the cottage cheese with marinara sauce before layering.
- Feel free to experiment with other veggies like zucchini, broccoli, or artichokes.
- Keep an eye on the cheese while baking to prevent over-browning.
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