Description
A quick and easy high-protein cottage cheese pizza bowl that captures all the classic pizza flavors without the crust, making it a perfect light and comforting meal or snack option.
Ingredients
Base
- 1 cup cottage cheese
Toppings
- ½ cup marinara sauce
- ¼ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ¼ cup pepperoni slices or chopped veggies (mushrooms, olives, bell peppers)
Seasoning
- ½ tsp Italian seasoning
Instructions
- Prepare the base: Spread 1 cup of cottage cheese evenly in a microwave-safe bowl to form the base layer of your pizza bowl.
- Add toppings: Spoon ½ cup marinara sauce over the cottage cheese, then sprinkle ¼ cup shredded mozzarella cheese and ¼ cup of your choice of pepperoni or vegetables evenly on top.
- Heat the bowl: Microwave the assembled bowl for 1 to 2 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the contents are warmed through.
- Season and serve: Remove from microwave, sprinkle ½ teaspoon of Italian seasoning over the top, and enjoy immediately.
Notes
- Add mushrooms, olives, or bell peppers for extra flavor and variety.
- For a vegetarian option, substitute pepperoni with your preferred veggies.
- Adjust microwave time depending on your appliance’s wattage for optimal melting.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Microwaving
- Cuisine: Italian-inspired
