53G Protein Crustless Pizza Pie (Print version)

A cheesy low-carb personal pizza pie with cottage cheese, egg whites, sauce, mozzarella, and pepperoni.

# Ingredients:

For the protein base

01 - 3/4 cup (170 g) 2% cottage cheese
02 - 1/2 cup (120 ml) liquid egg whites
03 - 1 large egg
04 - 1 tablespoon grated parmesan cheese
05 - 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
06 - 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
07 - 1/8 teaspoon fine salt
08 - Black pepper, to taste

For the pizza topping

09 - 2 tablespoons thick gluten-free pizza sauce
10 - 1 oz (28 g) shredded part-skim mozzarella
11 - 12 slices turkey pepperoni
12 - 1 teaspoon chopped fresh basil or parsley, optional
13 - Pinch of red pepper flakes, optional

# Instructions:

01 - Heat the oven to 400°F. Lightly grease a 6-inch oven-safe skillet or small baking dish.
02 - Add cottage cheese, egg whites, egg, parmesan, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper to a blender. Blend until mostly smooth.
03 - Pour the mixture into the prepared dish. Bake for 18-22 minutes, until the edges are puffed and the center is mostly set.
04 - Spread the pizza sauce in a thin layer over the baked base. Sprinkle with mozzarella and arrange the turkey pepperoni on top.
05 - Return to the oven for 6-8 minutes, until the cheese is melted and the pepperoni edges curl slightly.
06 - Let the pie rest for 5 minutes before slicing. Finish with basil or parsley and red pepper flakes if using.

# Good to know:

01 - Protein estimate depends on the cottage cheese, mozzarella, and pepperoni brands used.
02 - Use thick pizza sauce and dry toppings for the firmest slice.

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