High-Protein Cottage Cheese Pizza Bowl

Description
Ever wish pizza could be a part of your daily high-protein meal plan? Say hello to the Cottage Cheese Pizza Bowl — the genius way to crush your cravings without the dough.

This is everything you love about pizza — melty cheese, zesty sauce, and savory toppings — layered over creamy, protein-rich cottage cheese and baked to bubbling perfection. It’s perfect for low-carb eaters, gym-goers, or anyone wanting comfort food with muscle-building benefits.

You’ll get the same pizza satisfaction, but with over 30g of protein per bowl and no flour in sight.

Servings: 2
Prep Time: 5 mins
Cook Time: 20 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Ingredients
Base:
1 cup low-fat or full-fat cottage cheese
½ tsp garlic powder
½ tsp Italian seasoning
Salt & pepper to taste
Sauce & Cheese:
½ cup marinara or no-sugar-added pizza sauce
½ to 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Toppings (Customize to taste):
5–6 slices tomato or pepperoni
1 tbsp black olives, sliced
1 tbsp chopped green pepper
1 tbsp grated parmesan
1 tsp oregano or Italian seasoning for garnish
Instructions

Prep the Base:
In a mixing bowl, combine cottage cheese, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Stir until smooth.

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Spread the seasoned cottage cheese evenly across the bottom of an oven-safe bowl or small baking dish.

Add Sauce:
Spread marinara sauce over the cottage cheese layer. Use the back of a spoon to smooth it evenly.
Top with Cheese & Extras:
Sprinkle shredded mozzarella evenly on top. Add your chosen toppings — tomatoes, olives, peppers, pepperoni, or any other favorites.

Sprinkle parmesan and extra herbs (oregano or chili flakes) on top for that classic pizza flavor.