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Pizza Protein Bowl

A delicious and protein-packed bowl that captures all the flavors you love about pizza—without the fuss of dough.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 cup cooked quinoa Use pre-cooked quinoa for convenience.
  • 1/2 cup canned diced tomatoes (drained)
  • 1/2 cup green bell pepper, diced
  • 1/2 cup mushrooms, sliced
  • 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 6-8 slices pepperoni
Flavorings
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1/2 tsp dried oregano
  • 1/2 tsp dried basil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley or basil for garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. If making fresh quinoa, rinse 1 cup of quinoa under cold water and simmer until fluffy, then let it cool.
  2. In a large pan over medium heat, warm 1 tablespoon of olive oil.
  3. Add the minced garlic and stir until aromatic, avoiding browning.
Cooking
  1. Stir in diced green bell pepper and sliced mushrooms. Cook until peppers are tender yet crisp.
  2. Add the cooked quinoa and fold in the drained diced tomatoes.
  3. Sprinkle dried oregano and basil over the mix, rub the herbs between your palms to enhance fragrance.
  4. Season generously with salt and pepper.
  5. Scatter the shredded mozzarella on top and layer with pepperoni slices.
  6. Lower the heat, cover the pan, and let cook until cheese is melted and pepperoni is crispy.
Serving
  1. Chop fresh parsley or basil and sprinkle on top before serving.

Notes

This dish keeps well in the fridge for 3-4 days and freezes beautifully for up to a month. Reheat in the microwave or with a quick sauté to maintain the cheesy texture.