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Enjoy all the flavors of a pizza in this cottage cheese pizza bowl recipe without the crust. Instead of using a traditional pizza dough base, this recipe replaces it with a filling and protein-rich mixture of cottage cheese, mozzarella and marinara sauce.
This is a quick recipe that has appeared on Tiktok and is ready in 15 minutes. you can use any vegetarian toppings you prefer. It makes a fast low carb meal or it can be served as a party dip with pizza flavors.
We also enjoy this as a cottage cheese pizza dip. Omit the toppings and reach for low carb chips or tortillas for dipping.
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- What is a pizza bowl?
- Carbs in cottage cheese
- Ingredients
- How to make cottage cheese pizza bowl
- Storage
- Topping Suggestions
- More Low Carb Vegetarian Recipes
- Cottage Cheese Pizza Bowl
What is a pizza bowl?
A pizza bowl is a deconstructed version of a traditional pizza, presented in a bowl instead of on a flat crust. It offers all the delicious flavors and ingredients of a classic pizza but without the doughy base. Instead, the various pizza toppings and components are layered together in a bowl, creating a satisfying and often healthier alternative to a traditional pizza.
Carbs in cottage cheese
Generally, cottage cheese is relatively low in carbohydrates compared to many other dairy products. Low-fat or fat-free cottage cheese (per ½ cup serving) has about 3-6 grams of carbs and regular or full-fat cottage cheese (per ½ cup serving) has 4-7 grams of carbohydrates.
Ingredients
This is a simple recipe with just a 5 ingredients. You can add your own toppings if you wish.
Ensure that you use a vegetarian parmesan cheese as Parmesan cheese is made with animal rennet.
How to make cottage cheese pizza bowl
The cottage cheese is blended with the other ingredients for a smoother dip. If you don't mind your cottage cheese lumpy, you can omit this step.
Place all ingredients in a blender and blitz until smooth.
Pour the cottage cheese mixture into a bowl or dish.
Top with your favorite pizza toppings and cheese and bake.
Enjoy the taste of pizza in a bowl.
Storage
Keep any crustless pizza bowl leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator and they will last up to 3 days. Reheat the pizza bowl in a microwave or oven.
Topping Suggestions
Creating a delicious vegetarian pizza bowl is all about combining your favorite ingredients to suit your taste. Here are some vegetarian topping suggestions to consider for your pizza bowl:
- Bell peppers (red, green, or yellow)
- Sliced tomatoes or cherry tomatoes
- Sliced red onions
- Sliced mushrooms
- Sliced black olives
- Sliced green olives
- Sliced zucchini or yellow squash
- Artichoke hearts
- Spinach or arugula
- Roasted red peppers
- Roasted garlic cloves
- Sliced tofu or tempeh
- Plant-based sausage or pepperoni
- Sautéed spinach or kale
More Low Carb Vegetarian Recipes
If you are looking for a low carb lunch or dinner recipe, try these other recipes:
Chili Omelette
Air Fryer Grilled Cheese
Portobello Mushroom Pizza
Spinach Ricotta Ravioli
Cottage Cheese Pizza Bowl
This creative twist on pizza offers a low-carb, high-protein alternative to traditional pizza and can be made with the toppings of your choice. Serve as a dip too!
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Prep Time 3 minutes mins
Cook Time 10 minutes mins
Total Time 13 minutes mins
Course Appetizer, Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 220 kcal
Ingredients
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 1 ½ cups Mozzarella cheese grated
- ¼ cup Parmesan, vegetarian, grated
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Place all the ingredients (put ½ cup of Mozzarella cheese aside for the topping) in a blender or food processor and blitz until smooth.
If you don't mind your cottage cheese lumpy mix all the ingredients in a medium mixing bowl.
Pour the blended sauce into a large 8 inch baking dish or 4 large ramekins for individual portions. Top with mozzarella cheese and other toppings of your choice.
Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese over the top of each bowl, ensuring an even distribution of cheese.
Place the bowls in the preheated oven and bake for about 15-20 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and slightly golden brown.
Add fresh basil and serve.
Notes
Makes 4 servings or 4 individual pizza bowls.
Serve as a dip too.
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Nutrition
Serving: 1servingCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 7gProtein: 18gFat: 13gFiber: 1gNet Carbohydrates: 6g
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