Description
Learn how to create a delectable Pizza Protein Bowl that combines the flavors of pizza in a nutritious, protein-packed dish. Quick, easy, and bursting with deliciousness!
Ingredients
Scale
Base:
- 1 cup cooked quinoa
Veggies:
- 1/2 cup canned diced tomatoes (drained)
- 1/2 cup green bell pepper, diced
- 1/2 cup mushrooms, sliced
Cheese and Toppings:
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 6–8 slices pepperoni
Seasonings:
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1/2 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp dried basil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley or basil for garnish
Instructions
- Sauté the Base Ingredients: Heat olive oil in a skillet, add garlic, bell peppers, and mushrooms. Sauté until softened, season with salt, pepper, oregano, and basil.
- Mix in Quinoa and Tomatoes: Combine cooked quinoa and diced tomatoes, heat through, adjust seasoning to taste.
- Assemble the Bowl: Transfer quinoa mix to a bowl, top with mozzarella cheese.
- Add the Pepperoni: Layer pepperoni slices on top of the cheese.
- Melt the Cheese: Broil or bake until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle with fresh herbs, serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
- For a low-carb option, substitute quinoa with cauliflower rice.
- Experiment with different veggies and proteins to customize your bowl.
- Watch the cheese closely under the broiler to prevent burning.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 40mg