Description
Enjoy a high-protein, low-carb Cottage Cheese Pizza Bowl that delivers all the classic pizza flavors in a healthy, gluten-free dish. Packed with protein from blended cottage cheese and turkey pepperoni, this quick and easy meal is perfect for busy weeknights or meal prepping.
Ingredients
1 cup cottage cheese (blended until smooth)
¼ cup pizza sauce or marinara sauce
1 tablespoon gluten-free flour or almond flour
¼ cup chopped bell peppers (any color)
⅛ cup sliced red onions
⅛ cup chopped black olives
1 teaspoon oregano or Italian seasoning
¼ cup light mozzarella cheese
4–5 turkey pepperoni slices
Salt and black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Mix blended cottage cheese, pizza sauce, gluten-free flour, bell peppers, onions, olives, oregano, salt, and black pepper in an oven-safe bowl.
- Top with mozzarella cheese and arrange turkey pepperoni slices on top.
- Bake for 5-7 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly, and pepperoni is crisp.
- Cool slightly before serving. Enjoy!
Notes
✅ Meat Lovers – Add cooked ground turkey, chicken, or sausage.
🌱 Vegetarian – Skip the pepperoni and add mushrooms, spinach, or zucchini.
🔥 Spicy Kick – Sprinkle red pepper flakes or use spicy pepperoni.
🧀 Cheese Swap – Try cheddar, feta, or provolone instead of mozzarella.
🥛 Dairy-Free – Use plant-based cheese and cottage cheese alternatives.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Category: High-Protein, Low-Carb
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American, Italian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: ~222 kcal per serving
