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Healthy Pizza Protein Bowl

A nutritious and customizable grain bowl that combines all the savory flavors of pizza with protein-rich ingredients, perfect for satisfying cravings without the extra grease.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Healthy
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Grain Base
  • 1 cup cooked quinoa Rinse dry quinoa before cooking.
Vegetables
  • 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/2 cup diced bell pepper Any color bell pepper will work.
  • 1/4 cup sliced black olives Optional for additional flavor.
Proteins
  • 1/2 cup cooked chicken or turkey, diced Use pre-cooked to save time.
Dairy
  • 1/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese Can substitute with dairy-free cheese.
Sauce and Oils
  • 2 tablespoons pizza sauce Use your favorite brand.
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
Seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh basil for garnish (optional)

Method
 

Cooking the Quinoa and Chicken
  1. Rinse 1 cup of dry quinoa under cold water and cook according to package instructions.
  2. If not already cooked, grill or sauté diced chicken or turkey in olive oil until cooked through. Season with salt and pepper.
Preparing the Vegetables
  1. While the quinoa and chicken are cooking, dice your bell peppers, halve the cherry tomatoes, and slice the black olives.
Combining the Ingredients
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, cooked chicken or turkey, bell peppers, cherry tomatoes, and black olives.
  2. Fold in the shredded mozzarella cheese and drizzle the pizza sauce over the top, mixing gently.
Garnishing and Serving
  1. Drizzle a little olive oil over the bowl and season with salt and pepper to taste. Garnish with fresh basil if using. Serve warm.

Notes

Feel free to swap chicken for turkey or any protein you prefer, and prepare ingredients ahead of time for quicker assembly. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days, or freeze for up to 2 months.