Description
Say hello to your new favorite comfort bowl—this Healthy Cottage Cheese Lasagna Bowl takes all the cozy, cheesy layers you love and delivers them in a lighter, quicker format. With savory sausage, melty mozzarella, and a creamy cottage cheese blend, it’s lasagna without the fuss—and without the noodles. Perfect for busy nights, meal prep, or when you’re craving something warm and satisfying without the carb overload.
Ingredients
Main Bowl:
1 lb ground sausage
1 cup low-carb marinara sauce
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Cheese Mixture:
1 cup cottage cheese
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
½ tsp garlic powder
¼ tsp Italian herbs
¼ tsp salt
Optional Garnish:
Crushed red pepper flakes
Fresh chopped parsley
Instructions
Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Cook Sausage: Brown sausage in a skillet over medium heat, breaking it apart until fully cooked. Remove from heat.
Mix the Cheese: In a bowl, combine cottage cheese, Parmesan, garlic powder, Italian herbs, and salt. Stir until smooth.
Assemble: In 4 individual oven-safe bowls, layer:
¼ of the sausage
¼ cup marinara sauce
¼ of the cottage cheese mixture
Top with mozzarella
Bake or Microwave:
Oven: Bake for 10–12 minutes, until bubbly and golden.
Microwave: Heat bowls for 3–5 minutes until cheese melts.
Serve: Garnish with parsley and red pepper flakes if desired.
- Prep Time: 15–20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10–15 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 420/serving
- Sodium: 850mg/serving
- Fat: 28g/serving
- Carbohydrates: 7g/serving
- Protein: 32g/serving