Description
A creamy, protein-packed twist on the classic pizza, this Cottage Cheese Pizza blends the richness of cottage cheese with a crispy crust and vibrant toppings for a deliciously healthy indulgence.
Ingredients
- Pizza Dough: 1 pound (store-bought or homemade)
- Cottage Cheese: 1 cup
- Mozzarella Cheese: 1 cup shredded
- Cherry Tomatoes: ½ cup, halved
- Red Onion: ¼ cup, thinly sliced
- Olive Oil: 1 tablespoon
- Italian Seasoning: 1 teaspoon
- Fresh Basil: Handful, torn
- Salt and Pepper: To taste
Instructions
- Preheat Your Equipment: Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C). If using a pizza stone, place it inside while preheating.
- Combine Ingredients: In a bowl, season the cottage cheese with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Blend in a food processor for a smooth finish (optional).
- Prepare Your Cooking Vessel: Roll out your dough on a lightly floured surface. Transfer to a baking sheet or pizza peel if using a stone.
- Assemble the Dish: Spread the seasoned cottage cheese over the dough, followed by shredded mozzarella. Scatter tomatoes and onions on top.
- Cook to Perfection: Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until the crust is golden and cheese is bubbly.
- Finishing Touches: Drizzle with olive oil and scatter torn basil leaves.
- Serve and Enjoy: Slice it up and enjoy immediately while the cheese is melty and the crust still crackles.
Notes
- Blend cottage cheese for a creamier texture.
- Pre-bake crust slightly to avoid sogginess.
- Don’t overload toppings to maintain balance.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 17g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: cottage cheese pizza, healthy pizza, high protein pizza, vegetarian pizza