Ingredients
- 1 cup low-fat cottage cheese
- 1/2 cup marinara sauce
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1/2 cup part-skim mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1/3 cup turkey pepperoni, diced
- 1 tablespoon fresh basil, chopped (optional)
Layer the Base
In a microwave-safe bowl or ramekin, add 1 cup of cottage cheese. Top with 1/2 cup of marinara sauce, 1 teaspoon of Italian seasoning, and 1/8 teaspoon of crushed red pepper.
First Microwave
Microwave on high for 30 seconds. Remove and stir the mixture, then mix in the diced turkey pepperoni and 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella.
Second Microwave
Return to the microwave and cook for an additional 30 seconds to 1 minute, until hot and the mozzarella is melted and bubbly.
Garnish & Serve
Top with fresh basil leaves. Serve warm with mini bell pepper halves or crostini made from keto bread or baguette.
Microwave Cottage Cheese Pizza Bowl
Microwave Cottage Cheese Pizza Bowl with creamy cottage cheese, zesty marinara, melted mozzarella, and savory turkey pepperoni creates a comforting, protein-packed delight. Perfectly garnished with fresh basil.
Ingredients
- 1 cup low-fat cottage cheese
- 1/2 cup marinara sauce
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, optional
- 1/2 cup part-skim mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1/3 cup turkey pepperoni, diced
- 1 tablespoon fresh basil, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Add 1 cup cottage cheese to a microwave-safe bowl or ramekin.
- Top with 1/2 cup marinara sauce, 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning, and 1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper.
- Microwave on high for 30 seconds.
- Remove, stir in 1/3 cup diced turkey pepperoni and 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella.
- Microwave for an additional 30 seconds to 1 minute, until hot and cheese is melted.
- Top with chopped fresh basil.
- Serve warm with mini bell pepper halves or crostini.