Description
Hearty cottage cheese pizza bowl delivers Italian-inspired flavors without carb overload. Simple ingredients combine for a protein-packed meal promising delicious nutrition without compromise.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup (240 ml / 8 oz) cottage cheese (full fat or low-fat)
- ½ cup (60 g) mozzarella cheese, shredded
- ¼ cup (25 g) Parmesan cheese, grated
- ½ cup (120 ml) pizza sauce or marinara sauce, low-carb
- ½ cup (75 g) sausage or pepperoni slices, cooked (optional for vegetarian)
- ½ cup (75 g) bell peppers, diced (any color)
- ¼ cup (40 g) onion, minced
- ¼ cup (40 g) black olives, sliced
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- 1 pinch red pepper flakes (optional)
- basil leaves, fresh (optional for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat: Ignite the oven to 375°F, preparing a culinary stage for this low-carb pizza bowl masterpiece.
- Blend Base: Whisk cottage cheese, mozzarella, Parmesan, Italian seasoning, and garlic powder into a harmonious, creamy mixture that promises rich flavor profiles.
- Assemble Foundation: Pour the cheese blend into an ovenproof dish, creating a smooth, even canvas, then generously spread pizza sauce across the surface.
- Layer Toppings: Lavishly sprinkle remaining mozzarella, then artfully distribute bell peppers, olives, onions, and sausage or pepperoni, transforming the dish into a vibrant landscape of textures and colors.
- Bake to Perfection: Nestle the pizza bowl into the heated oven for 25-30 minutes, watching as the cheese melts into a golden, bubbling masterpiece that tantalizes the senses.
- Finish and Serve: Allow the creation to rest briefly, letting flavors meld and intensify, then optionally crown with fresh basil leaves for a final burst of aromatic elegance.
Notes
- Cheese Selection Matters: Choose full-fat cottage cheese and mozzarella for maximum creaminess and flavor intensity.
- Customize Toppings Freely: Swap proteins and vegetables based on dietary preferences or available ingredients without compromising the low-carb concept.
- Watch Baking Time Closely: Ovens vary, so check the pizza bowl at 20 minutes to prevent over-browning and maintain perfect texture.
- Drainage Is Key: Pat wet ingredients like olives and peppers dry to prevent excess moisture from making the base soggy.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg