Description
A rich and satisfying pizza bowl that combines creamy cottage cheese, vibrant vegetables, and melted mozzarella for a comforting meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1/2 cup chopped bell peppers
- 1/2 cup sliced mushrooms
- 1/2 cup chopped spinach or kale
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- Olive oil
- Salt
- Pepper
- Sliced olives (optional)
- Diced onions (optional)
- Fresh basil (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Combine the cottage cheese with a pinch of salt and freshly cracked pepper in a mixing bowl.
- Pour the marinara sauce over the cottage cheese and mix gently.
- Fold in the bell peppers, mushrooms, and greens.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish and spread evenly.
- Top with shredded mozzarella and optional toppings like olives and onions.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until the cheese bubbles and turns golden.
- Garnish with fresh basil and serve.
Notes
Make ahead and store in the refrigerator before baking. Can be customized with various toppings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: cottage cheese, pizza bowl, vegetarian, healthy, easy dinner