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This cottage cheese dip is bursting with the flavors of sun-dried tomatoes, fresh basil, and parmesan cheese. It is packed with delicious Italian flavors and creamy cheesy goodness all while being lightened up and packed with protein.
This dip is perfect for snacking, parties, and picnics. Even spread it on a sandwich instead of mayonnaise! This creamy cottage cheese dip comes together in minutes in a blender, making it the perfect whipped consistency.
For other delicious dip recipes with cottage cheese, try our high-protein whipped feta dip and cottage cheese ranch dip!
Why You Will Love This Dip
- It is high in protein and healthy.
- The cottage cheese makes this dip creamy.
- The flavors and seasonings come through.
- This dip can be enjoyed with vegetables, crackers, or added to sandwiches.
What Is Cottage Cheese Dip?
Cottage cheese dip is a creamy high-protein dip made with whipped cottage cheese as the base. We added Italian flavors to make this dip flavorful and delicious. It is packed with flavor and made with only 8 simple ingredients.
Cottage Cheese Dip Ingredients
- Cottage Cheese: This cottage cheese dip is made with fat-free cottage cheese. Low-fat cottage cheese or full-fat cottage cheese will also work.
- Seasonings: Salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder add flavor to the dip.
- Sun-Dried Tomatoes: Use sun-dried tomatoes that are not packed in oil.
- Basil: Adds flavor to the cottage cheese dip.
- Parmesan Cheese: Grated parmesan cheese adds delicious cheesy flavor.
How To Make Cottage Cheese Dip
First, add the fat-free cottage cheese, salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, sun-dried tomatoes, basil leaves, and grated parmesan cheese to a high-powered blender or food processor.
After that, thoroughly blend until smooth, let it chill in the refrigerator, and enjoy!
How To Serve Cottage Cheese Dip
- This cottage cheese dip is packed with flavor and has so many great uses! Enjoy cottage cheese dip with raw vegetables, carrots, cucumbers, bell peppers, celery, or crackers.
- Spread some of this dip on a sandwich instead of mayonnaise or add some to avocado toast.
- You could even thin this dip out with a little bit of milk and use it as a salad dressing or pasta sauce!
Tips For Making Cottage Cheese Dip
Use A Blender Or Food Processor
Use a high-powered blender or food processor to make this dip. We added all of the ingredients to our blender. Also, make sure to thoroughly blend the ingredients.
Use Pre-Grated Parmesan Cheese
To make this recipe super easy, buy pre-grated parmesan cheese. You could grate some fresh parmesan yourself, but having pre-grated parmesan cheese on hand makes this dip a breeze to whip up.
Let This Dip Chill In The Refrigerator
After blending this dip, we like to chill it in the refrigerator for a few hours to let the flavors come together.
Use High-Quality Cottage Cheese
It is important to use high-quality cottage cheese for this recipe. Also, make sure not to use salty cottage cheese. We used fat-free cottage cheese in this recipe. You could substitute it for low-fat or full-fat cottage cheese if you prefer.
How To Store Dip
Store any leftover cottage cheese dip in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Frequently Asked Questions
How Long Does Cottage Cheese Dip Last?
Cottage cheese dip with last 3-4 days in the refrigerator in an airtight container, making it the perfect healthy snack for the week.
Is Cottage Cheese Dip Healthy?
Yes, cottage cheese dip is healthy. We used fat-free cottage cheese which is low in calories and high in protein. It makes this dip creamy and has a neutral flavor, which allows you to taste the delicious Italian flavors we added. This dip is a great healthy snack.
What Does Cottage Cheese Dip Taste Like?
Cottage cheese dip tastes like a delicious creamy dip that is packed with flavor from basil, parmesan cheese, and sun-dried tomatoes.
How Can I Eat Cottage Cheese If I Don’t Like The Texture?
If you don’t like the texture of cottage cheese, don’t let that deter you from making this delicious dip! The cottage cheese is whipped, which makes it smooth and gets rid of its original texture. Also, since cottage cheese has a neutral flavor, you can’t even taste it in this recipe.
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COTTAGE CHEESE DIP
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups fat-free cottage cheese
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
- 1 pinch of pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 2 tablespoons sun-dried tomatoes, not in oil
- 5-6 leaves of basil
- 3 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Add the fat-free cottage cheese, salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, sun-dried tomatoes, basil leaves, and grated parmesan cheese to a high-powered blender or food processor.
- Thoroughly blend all of the ingredients until smooth and combined. We like to chill this dip in the refrigerator for a few hours to allow the flavors to come together.
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Notes
- Storage: Store leftover dip in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days.
- Cottage Cheese: Use fat-free, low-fat, or full-fat cottage cheese.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
