Creamy Cottage Cheese & Veggie Dip (Healthy & Protein-Packed)

Whipped Cottage Cheese & Herb Veggie Dip

Prep time: 10 mins | Chill time: 30 mins | Protein: ~10g per serving

Ingredients

• 2 cups Cottage cheese (full-fat or low-fat)

• ¼ cup Plain Greek yogurt (for that extra tang)

• The Crunch: 2 green onions (chopped) & ¼ cup shredded carrot

• The Freshness: 2 tbsp fresh parsley or dill & 1 tbsp lemon juice

• Seasoning: 1 small garlic clove (minced), ½ tsp onion powder, salt & pepper to taste

• Optional Heat: A pinch of paprika or red pepper flakes

Instructions

1. The Smooth Base: Place the cottage cheese and Greek yogurt into a blender or food processor. Blend until it’s completely smooth and looks like thick cream.

2. Fold in the Flavor: Transfer the mixture to a bowl. Fold in the green onions, carrots, herbs, garlic, lemon juice, and dry seasonings by hand.

3. The Waiting Game: Let it chill in the fridge for 30 minutes. This is key—it allows the dried onion powder and garlic to rehydrate and flavor the whole batch.

4. Serve: This is incredible as a dip for bell peppers, but it’s also a “secret weapon” spread for sandwiches or a topping for baked potatoes.

Why this is a “Super-Food” Dip

• Protein Punch: Unlike ranch or mayo-based dips, this actually helps build muscle and keeps you full.

• Calcium Rich: Great for bone health while staying lower in calories.

• The “Zero Moisture” Hack: If you decide to add cucumber (per your variation), make sure to salt it and squeeze it in a paper towel first—otherwise, your dip will get watery!

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