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cottage cheese pizza bowls recipe
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Cottage Cheese Pizza Bowls

These cottage cheese pizza bowls are a high-protein, low-effort twist on classic pizza—easy to customize, packed with flavor, and ready in minutes.
Prep Time2 minutes
Cook Time7 minutes
Total Time9 minutes
Course: Main Course
Servings: 2
Calories: 270kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 cup cottage cheese
  • 1/2 cup marinara sauce
  • 3/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • Garlic powder to taste
  • Chili flakes to taste
  • Fresh basil leaves for topping
  • Optional toppings of your choice like Kalamata olives, cherry tomatoes, etc.

Instructions

  • Build the base: Spoon ½ cup of cottage cheese into each of two small, microwave-safe bowls.
  • Mix in the flavor: Add a little shredded mozzarella, ½ tsp thyme, a pinch of garlic powder, and 2 tablespoons of marinara sauce to each bowl. Give everything a quick stir to combine—don’t overmix!
  • First heat-up: Microwave each bowl for 1 minute to start warming things through.
  • Top it off: Add 1 more tablespoon of marinara sauce and a little extra mozzarella on top of each. Microwave for another minute until the cheese is melty.
  • Finish & garnish: Sprinkle with chili flakes, fresh basil, and any toppings you like—think olives, cherry tomatoes, whatever pizza vibes you’re into.
  • Want to Bake or Air Fry Instead? Follow the same layering steps, then bake or air fry at 350°F (160°C) for 5–7 minutes, or until everything’s hot and bubbly with golden cheese on top. Just make sure you're using an oven or air fryer safe bowl!

Nutrition

Calories: 270kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 23g | Fat: 16g