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A cheesy Pizza Protein Bowl topped with pepperoni and olives in a white bowl

Pizza Protein Bowl

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb lean ground turkey or beef
  • 1/2 cup low -sugar marinara sauce
  • 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/4 cup sliced turkey pepperoni
  • 1/4 cup diced green bell pepper
  • 2 tbsp sliced black olives
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Method
 

  1. Place a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the ground meat, browning until fully cooked and no pink remains.
  2. Drain any excess fat or liquid from the skillet.
  3. Stir in the marinara sauce, dried oregano, and garlic powder, then season with salt and pepper.
  4. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 3 to 5 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
  5. Incorporate the diced green peppers and black olives into the mixture and heat for 2 minutes.
  6. Divide the meat mixture evenly into two heat-safe serving bowls.
  7. Top each bowl with a layer of shredded mozzarella cheese and sliced pepperoni.
  8. Place under a broiler for 1-2 minutes or microwave for 60 seconds until the cheese is melted and bubbling.