Description
This creamy and high-protein cottage cheese dip is a healthy, flavorful snack or appetizer made with smooth blended cottage cheese and Greek yogurt, enhanced with fresh herbs and garlic. Perfect for pairing with assorted fresh vegetables.
Ingredients
Dip
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- ½ cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 tbsp chives, chopped
- 1 tbsp dried dill or 1 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
- 1-2 cloves garlic, minced (optional)
For Serving
- Assorted fresh vegetables for dipping (e.g., carrot sticks, cucumber slices, bell pepper strips)
Instructions
- Blend the base: Combine the cottage cheese and Greek yogurt in a food processor or blender. Blend until the mixture reaches a smooth, creamy texture, ensuring there are no large curds for a consistent dip.
- Mix in flavorings: Transfer the blended mixture to a bowl. Stir in the minced garlic, chopped dill, chopped chives, salt, and pepper. Mix well to evenly incorporate all ingredients.
- Adjust seasoning: Taste the dip and add more salt, pepper, or herbs as desired to suit your preference.
- Chill: Refrigerate the dip for at least 15-20 minutes before serving. Chilling enhances the flavors and allows the herbs to infuse the creamy base.
- Serve: Serve chilled with a variety of fresh vegetables for dipping, making it a healthy, high-protein snack or appetizer.
Notes
- Use fresh dill if possible for a brighter herb flavor.
- Adjust garlic quantity to taste or omit if preferred.
- Try adding lemon juice or zest for a citrusy twist.
- Use low-fat or full-fat cottage cheese and Greek yogurt depending on dietary preference.
- Great as a spread for crackers or sandwiches as well.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dip
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
