High-Protein Pizza Bowl
A nutritious and filling pizza bowl packed with flavors of your favorite pizza, made with lean protein and fresh vegetables.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: High-Protein
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground turkey or chicken (or chickpeas for a vegetarian option)
- 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
- 1 bell pepper, diced (any color)
- 1 small onion, diced
- 1 cup pizza sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional toppings: pepperoni slices, olives, mushrooms, or fresh basil
Instructions
- Brown the protein in a large skillet over medium heat until fully cooked.
- Sauté the onions and bell peppers until they soften.
- Mix in the chopped spinach and let it wilt down.
- Season the mixture with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper, then pour in the pizza sauce.
- Assemble the mixture into individual oven-safe bowls.
- Add a hearty handful of shredded mozzarella cheese on top.
- Bake at 400°F (200°C) for about 15 minutes.
- Remove from the oven and top with optional fresh toppings.
Notes
Customize the toppings and use different proteins based on preference. Can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg