Baked Cottage Cheese Pizza Dip

Servings: 8

Author: Beth Stark

Prep time: 10 MinutesCook time: 25 MinutesTotal time: 35 Minutes

Ingredients

Nonstick cooking spray
2 cups low-fat cottage cheese
1 cup Italian style shredded cheese, divided
10-ounce package frozen chopped baby spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
½ cup jarred pizza sauce
¾ cup chopped grape or cherry tomatoes
5 pepperoni slices, chopped

Instructions

Preheat oven to 375°F and lightly coat a small baking dish (8x8-inch or similar) with cooking spray.
In a medium bowl, stir the cottage cheese, ¾ cup shredded cheese, spinach, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning until well combined.
Spread the cottage cheese mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish.
Spoon the pizza sauce evenly over the top, then sprinkle with remaining shredded cheese, tomatoes, and pepperoni.
Place in the oven and bake 20–25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the dip is heated through.
Serve warm with whole-grain crackers, toasted pita, or sliced vegetables for dipping.

Notes

Nutrition Note:

This baked cottage cheese pizza dip is protein- and calcium-rich appetizer or snack that provides protein and calcium to support muscle and bone health, while spinach adds fiber, vitamin K, and antioxidants for overall wellness.

Approximate nutritional values per serving (1/3 cup): 120 Calories, 7g Fat (3.5g Saturated), 20mg Cholesterol, 400mg Sodium, 7g Carbohydrates, 2g Fiber, 3g Sugars (0g Added Sugars), 12g Protein