If you're craving pizza but want something quicker and lighter, this Cheesy Pizza Toast with Sourdough is the perfect solution. Crispy toasted sourdough is layered with rich pizza sauce, creamy cottage cheese and melted light tasty cheese to create a delicious high-protein lunch, snack or light dinner in just 10 minutes.

 

With 19g of protein per serve, this recipe is a simple way to enjoy classic pizza flavours while supporting your daily protein goals.

Nutritional Info (Per Serving)

Calories: 253
Protein: 19g
Carbs: 34g
Fat: 6g

Why You'll Love This Recipe 💗

 

✅ Ready in just 10 minutes
✅ High in protein
✅ Crispy, cheesy and satisfying
✅ Great for lunch or a quick dinner
✅ Easy to customise with your favourite toppings

 

Whether you're after a speedy meal or a healthier pizza-inspired snack, this recipe delivers plenty of flavour with minimal effort.

Ingredients (Makes 1 Serving) 🍕

 

• 50g Coles Bakery Stone Baked White Sourdough Vienna Bread
• 80g Coles Low Fat Creamed Cottage Cheese
• 25g Leggo's Pizza Sauce
• 15g Coles Light Tasty Shredded Cheese

 

Optional toppings

• Fresh basil
• Oregano
• Chilli flakes
• Sliced mushrooms
• Lean ham or chicken
• Honey drizzle (not included in nutritional values)

Directions 👩🏼🍳

 

1. Lightly toast the sourdough in a toaster until just golden. This helps keep the bread crisp once the toppings are added.
2. Spread the pizza sauce evenly over the toast.
3. Spoon the cottage cheese over the sauce and spread into an even layer.
4. Sprinkle the shredded light tasty cheese over the top.
5. Place into an air fryer at 180°C for approximately 5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted, bubbling and lightly golden.
6. If desired, finish with a light drizzle of honey before serving for a delicious sweet and savoury combination.

Storage & Meal Prep Tips 🧊

 

• Best enjoyed fresh while the toast is hot and crispy.
• If preparing ahead, keep the toppings separate and assemble just before cooking.
• You can also cook this under a grill if you don't have an air fryer.

 

💡 Tip: Add sliced tomato, capsicum or baby spinach before cooking to increase the vegetable content.

Nutritional Benefits 💪🏼

 

🍞 Sourdough – Provides carbohydrates for energy and may be easier to digest than some traditional breads due to the fermentation process.

💗 Cottage cheese – A great source of protein and calcium, helping support muscle maintenance and bone health.

🧀 Light cheese – Adds flavour, calcium and extra protein while reducing saturated fat compared to regular cheese.

🍅 Pizza sauce – Made from tomatoes, which naturally contain lycopene, an antioxidant associated with overall health.

This Cheesy Pizza Toast with Sourdough proves that nutritious meals don't need to be complicated. Combining quality protein with carbohydrates creates a balanced meal that can help keep you feeling satisfied while providing energy throughout the day.

 

Using cottage cheese instead of larger amounts of traditional cheese is an easy way to increase protein without sacrificing creaminess or flavour. Small ingredient swaps like these can make everyday meals more nutritious while still feeling indulgent, making healthy eating easier to stick to over the long term.