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High Protein Cottage Cheese Pizza Recipe

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  • Author: Leila
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Diet: Low Calorie

Description

This High Protein Cottage Cheese Pizza recipe offers a nutritious and delicious twist on traditional pizza by using cottage cheese as the base for a protein-rich crust. With a blend of eggs, herbs, and a crispy baked finish topped with savory ground beef, fresh mozzarella, pesto, cherry tomatoes, arugula, and basil, this pizza is perfect for a wholesome meal that satisfies both taste and health.

Ingredients

Crust Ingredients

  • 1 cup full fat cottage cheese (low fat will work as well)
  • 2 eggs
  • ¼ cup all purpose flour
  • 1 tsp oregano
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 1 tbsp everything but the bagel seasoning

Pizza Toppings

  • ½ cup pesto
  • 1 cup cooked ground beef
  • Handful cherry tomatoes (halved)
  • 1 cup mozzarella (freshly grated)
  • Baby arugula (for topping)
  • Basil leaves (for topping)

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven and Prepare Baking Sheet: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and lightly oil it with 1 teaspoon of oil to prevent the dough from sticking during baking.
  2. Mix Crust Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine the full fat cottage cheese, eggs, oregano, salt, and everything but the bagel seasoning. Stir thoroughly until the mixture is fully combined and has a uniform consistency.
  3. Shape the Dough: Spread the cottage cheese mixture evenly onto the prepared parchment paper, shaping it into your desired pizza crust form—round or rectangular.
  4. Bake the Crust: Place the crust in the oven and bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and firm to touch.
  5. Rest the Crust: Remove the crust from the oven and let it rest for 2 minutes to set before adding toppings.
  6. Add Toppings: Spread the ½ cup of pesto over the crust, then evenly top with cooked ground beef, halved cherry tomatoes, and freshly grated mozzarella cheese.
  7. Bake with Toppings: Return the pizza to the oven and bake for an additional 8 minutes to melt the cheese and heat toppings through.
  8. Broil for Finish: Turn your oven setting to broil and broil the pizza for 1 to 2 minutes, watching closely to achieve a slight browning on the cheese for extra flavor and texture.
  9. Final Rest and Serve: Remove from the oven and let the pizza rest for 2 minutes. Top with fresh baby arugula and basil leaves before slicing and serving. Enjoy your high-protein, flavorful pizza!

Notes

  • Using full fat cottage cheese enhances the flavor and texture of the crust, but low fat can be used for a lighter option.
  • Ensure the crust is spread evenly for uniform baking and avoid sogginess.
  • Watch carefully during the broiling step to prevent burning the cheese.
  • Adding fresh herbs like arugula and basil after baking maintains their fresh flavor and texture.
  • This recipe is a great low-carb alternative to traditional pizza crust.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://recipesbyleila.com/high-protein-cottage-cheese-pizza-recipe/