Description
The Low Carb Cottage Cheese Pizza Bowl is a delicious, keto-friendly twist on traditional pizza. Packed with protein-rich cottage cheese, savory marinara, and melted mozzarella, this easy-to-make pizza bowl has all the flavors you love, but with fewer carbs. It’s perfect for low-carb diets and can be customized with your favorite pizza toppings.
Ingredients
½ cup cottage cheese (low fat)
¼ cup marinara or pizza sauce
½ cup chopped bell pepper (optional)
1 oz pepperoni (about 5 slices)
¼ cup shredded mozzarella cheese (reduced fat)
½ tsp Italian seasoning
½ tsp garlic powder
Salt, to taste
Black pepper, to taste
Instructions
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Prepare the Cottage Cheese Mixture:
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In a small mixing bowl, combine the cottage cheese, marinara sauce, chopped bell pepper (if using), pepperoni (chop most of it and save 5 slices for topping), Italian seasoning, and garlic powder.
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Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
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Transfer to an Oven-Safe Bowl:
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Transfer the mixture into a small oven-safe bowl. Top with shredded mozzarella cheese and the remaining pepperoni slices.
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Bake:
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Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
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Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
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Broil for Extra Crispiness:
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Switch the oven to broil on high and broil for an additional 2-3 minutes, keeping a close eye to prevent burning.
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Alternative Cooking Method:
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If you prefer, microwave the pizza bowl for 1 ½ minutes or until heated through and the cheese is melted.
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Serve:
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Serve immediately and enjoy your low-carb pizza bowl!
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Notes
Toppings: Add olives, mushrooms, onions, or sausage for more flavor.
Cheese: Experiment with Parmesan, cheddar, or provolone for different flavors.
Vegetarian Version: Skip the pepperoni and add extra veggies like zucchini, spinach, or roasted tomatoes.
Keto-Friendly: Use sugar-free marinara sauce for fewer carbs.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-15 minutes (including broiling)
- Category: Main Dish / Keto / Low Carb
- Method: Baked / Microwave
- Cuisine: Italian / American
