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Cottage Cheese Pizza Bowls

Cottage Cheese Pizza Bowls for Quick & Easy Weeknight Bliss

Enjoy these delicious Low-Carb Cottage Cheese Pizza Bowls, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner with customizable toppings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 cup Cottage Cheese Substitute with ricotta for smoother texture
  • 1 cup Shredded Mozzarella Cheese Use low-fat for lighter option
  • 1/4 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Low-Sugar Marinara Sauce Choose brands with no added sugar
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Fresh minced garlic can be used
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano Crushed fennel seeds can be used as alternative
For the Toppings
  • 16 slices Mini Pepperoni Slices Can substitute with turkey pepperoni or omit for vegetarian
  • 1 teaspoon Crushed Red Pepper Flakes Optional for heat
For Cooking
  • 1 spray Olive Oil Spray Or brush olive oil on ramekins

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Ramekins

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) while you prepare your ramekins. Spray the insides with olive oil.
  2. Spoon approximately 1/3 cup of cottage cheese into the bottom of each greased ramekin and spread evenly.
  3. Sprinkle garlic powder, dried oregano, and optional crushed red pepper flakes over the cottage cheese.
  4. Pour 1 to 1.5 tablespoons of low-sugar marinara sauce over the seasoned cottage cheese.
  5. Layer shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan cheese over the marinara sauce completely.
  6. Top each ramekin with four mini pepperoni slices, arranged in a circle.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for 12–15 minutes until the cheese is melted and starting to turn golden brown.
  8. Allow any leftovers to cool completely, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 20gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 300mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Drain any excess liquid from the cottage cheese to prevent watery bowls. Customize toppings as desired.

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