High-Protein Cottage Cheese Pizza Bowl
This Pizza Bowl is a nutritious, protein-packed twist on a classic pizza! Made with cottage cheese, quinoa, marinara sauce, and your favorite pizza toppings, it’s an easy, delicious, and filling meal that’s perfect for a quick lunch or dinner. Packed with protein and flavor, it’s a healthier pizza alternative!
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 minutes
- Total Time: 8 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Microwave
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup low-fat cottage cheese
- 1/2 cup cooked quinoa
- 1/4 cup marinara sauce
- 1/4 cup diced bell peppers
- 1/4 cup sliced black olives
- 1/4 cup chopped spinach
- 1/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the cottage cheese and cooked quinoa.
- Layer the marinara sauce over the mixture.
- Top with diced bell peppers, black olives, chopped spinach, and shredded mozzarella cheese.
- Sprinkle with dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and pepper.
- Microwave on high for 2-3 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the bowl is heated through.
- Enjoy immediately as a hearty, high-protein meal!
Notes
- You can customize this pizza bowl with any of your favorite pizza toppings, such as mushrooms, onions, or pepperoni.
- For a lower-carb version, substitute quinoa with cauliflower rice.
- If you prefer a crispy texture, you can broil the bowl in the oven for 2-3 minutes after microwaving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350kcal
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 35mg