A nutritious twist on pizza using a protein-packed cottage cheese and almond flour crust, perfect for healthy eating enthusiasts.
Prep Time 20 minutesminutes
Cook Time 30 minutesminutes
Total Time 50 minutesminutes
Serving Size 4servings
Ingredients
For the Crust
1cupcottage cheeseGreat source of protein
1cupalmond flourCan be substituted for other flours if not low-carb
2pieceseggsFor binding
1tspgarlic powder
1tsponion powder
1tspdried oregano
Salt and pepper to taste
For the Toppings
Your choice of pizza toppings (e.g., mozzarella cheese, pepperoni, bell peppers, mushrooms, olives, etc.)
Pizza sauce
Instructions
Preparation
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
In a bowl, combine the cottage cheese, almond flour, eggs, garlic powder, onion powder, dried oregano, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
Spread the mixture onto a lined baking sheet to form your flatbread crust.
Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown.
Assembling
Remove the crust from the oven, spread pizza sauce over it, and add your desired toppings.
Return to the oven and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Serving
Let cool slightly, slice, and enjoy your high-protein pizza!
Notes
For a complete meal, pair with a fresh green salad or roasted vegetables. Store leftovers in an airtight container; they last about 3 days in the fridge.