Cottage Cheese Pizza Bowl (Printable)

A creamy low-carb twist on traditional pizza featuring cottage cheese, marinara, fresh vegetables, and gooey mozzarella baked to perfection.

# What You'll Need:

→ Dairy

01 - 1 cup cottage cheese (low-fat or full-fat as preferred)
02 - 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

→ Vegetables

03 - 1/2 cup chopped bell peppers (any color)
04 - 1/2 cup sliced mushrooms
05 - 1/2 cup chopped spinach or kale

→ Sauce

06 - 1 cup marinara sauce (store-bought or homemade)

→ Pantry & Seasoning

07 - Olive oil, to taste
08 - Salt, to taste
09 - Pepper, to taste

→ Optional Toppings

10 - Sliced olives, to taste
11 - Diced onions, to taste
12 - Fresh basil, to taste

# Method:

01 - Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
02 - In a medium baking dish, spread the cottage cheese evenly across the bottom.
03 - Spoon the marinara sauce over the cottage cheese to create a sauce layer.
04 - Distribute the chopped bell peppers, mushrooms, and spinach (or kale) evenly over the sauce.
05 - Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese on top, then add any optional toppings such as sliced olives, onions, or fresh basil.
06 - Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
07 - Bake in the oven for 20–25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
08 - Remove from the oven, let cool slightly, and garnish with fresh basil before serving.

# Expert Pointers:

01 -
  • You get all the pizza flavors you love without the carb crash or the waiting time for dough to rise
  • The cottage cheese adds protein that keeps you full longer while creating this surprisingly creamy base
  • Its infinitely customizable with whatever vegetables are languishing in your crisper drawer
02 -
  • I learned the hard way that letting it rest for at least 5 minutes makes it easier to eat without burning your tongue
  • The cottage cheese creates some liquid while baking, so don't panic if it looks a bit soupy at first
03 -
  • Grate your own mozzarella if you have time, it melts so much better than pre-shredded
  • Roast your vegetables for 10 minutes before assembling if you want them extra tender and sweet
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