Description
This Healthy Cottage Cheese Lasagna Bowl Recipe offers a low-carb, flavorful twist on traditional lasagna. Layers of browned sausage, low-carb marinara sauce, a creamy cottage cheese mixture, and melted mozzarella cheese come together in individual oven-safe bowls for a convenient and delicious meal that’s perfect for portion control and easy cleanup.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Dish
- 1 cup low-carb marinara sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 lb ground sausage
Cheese Mixture
- 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1/4 tsp Italian herbs
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
Optional Garnish
- crushed red pepper flakes
- chopped parsley
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Begin by preheating your oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for baking the assembled lasagna bowls.
- Brown the Sausage: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground sausage until fully browned, breaking it apart with a spoon or spatula as it cooks. Once browned, remove from heat.
- Prepare the Cheese Mixture: In a separate bowl, combine the parmesan cheese, cottage cheese, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, and salt. Mix well to form a creamy, flavorful cheese blend.
- Assemble the Layers: Using individual oven-safe bowls, layer 1/4 of the browned sausage, followed by 1/4 of the marinara sauce, then 1/4 of the cottage cheese mixture, and top with about 1/4 of the shredded mozzarella cheese. Repeat this process for each bowl.
- Bake or Microwave and Serve: Place the bowls on a sheet pan to catch any spills. Bake in the preheated oven for about 10 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly. Alternatively, microwave each bowl for 3-5 minutes until thoroughly melted. Allow to cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- You can customize the protein by using ground turkey or beef instead of sausage.
- Use low-carb marinara sauce to keep the recipe keto-friendly.
- Optional garnishes like crushed red pepper flakes and chopped parsley add extra flavor and color.
- Microwaving is a quick alternative to baking for a faster meal.
- Ensure bowls used are oven-safe to avoid damage or injury.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Healthy lasagna, low-carb lasagna, cottage cheese lasagna, easy lasagna recipe, baked lasagna bowl, low carb dinner, sausage lasagna
