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Cottage Cheese Pizza Bowl with Marinara and Veggies

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  • Author: Elina
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Low Fat

Description

This Cottage Cheese Pizza Bowl offers a creamy and wholesome twist on classic pizza by layering cottage cheese with zesty marinara, fresh vegetables, and melted mozzarella cheese. Baked to bubbly perfection, it makes for a satisfying and nutritious meal that’s easy to prepare and enjoy any time.

Ingredients

Scale

Main Ingredients

  • 1 cup cottage cheese (Low-fat or full-fat as per preference)
  • 1 cup marinara sauce (Store-bought or homemade)
  • 1/2 cup chopped bell peppers (Any color)
  • 1/2 cup sliced mushrooms
  • 1/2 cup chopped spinach or kale
  • 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • Olive oil, to taste
  • Salt, to taste
  • Pepper, to taste

Optional Toppings

  • Sliced olives, to taste
  • Diced onions, to taste
  • Fresh basil, to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for baking the pizza bowl.
  2. Prepare Cottage Cheese Layer: Spread 1 cup of cottage cheese evenly across the bottom of a medium-sized baking dish to form the base layer.
  3. Add Marinara Sauce: Spoon 1 cup of marinara sauce generously over the layer of cottage cheese, ensuring it is evenly distributed.
  4. Layer Vegetables: Scatter the chopped bell peppers, sliced mushrooms, and chopped spinach or kale evenly on top of the marinara sauce.
  5. Top with Cheese and Optional Toppings: Sprinkle 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese over the vegetables. Add optional toppings like sliced olives, diced onions, or fresh basil according to preference.
  6. Season and Drizzle Olive Oil: Drizzle olive oil over the assembled layers, then season with salt and pepper to taste for enhanced flavor.
  7. Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for about 20 to 25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and slightly golden.
  8. Serve: Remove from oven and allow to cool slightly before serving. Optionally garnish with fresh basil for a vibrant finish.

Notes

  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Reheat leftovers in the microwave or bake at 350°F (175°C) for about 10-15 minutes to restore warmth and texture.

Find it online: https://recipes.mbeams.com/cottage-cheese-pizza-bowl-with-marinara-and-veggies/