Cottage Cheese Ranch Dip Recipe
This Cottage Cheese Ranch Dip is a creamy, flavorful, and healthier alternative to traditional ranch dips. Made with protein-rich cottage cheese and a blend of herbs and spices, it offers a perfect balance of tangy and savory flavors, ideal for dipping veggies or spreading on sandwiches.
- Author: Grace
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 1½ cups 1x
- Category: Dip
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Dip Ingredients
- 1½ cups cottage cheese
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- 2 teaspoons dried dill
- 1½ teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- Prepare Ingredients: Measure out all ingredients including cottage cheese, dried parsley, dried dill, garlic powder, onion powder, and salt.
- Blend Mixture: To a food processor, add the cottage cheese, dried parsley, dried dill, garlic powder, onion powder, and salt. Blend for 1 to 2 minutes or until the mixture is smooth and creamy without lumps.
- Adjust Seasoning: Taste the ranch dip and adjust the seasonings if needed by adding more salt or herbs according to preference.
- Serve or Store: Serve the dip immediately with fresh vegetables, chips, or crackers. Alternatively, transfer the dip to an airtight container and refrigerate until ready to serve, best consumed within 3-4 days.
Notes
- For a chunkier texture, pulse the mixture briefly instead of blending until completely smooth.
- Use low-fat or full-fat cottage cheese based on dietary preferences.
- Add a squeeze of lemon juice for extra tanginess if desired.
- This dip pairs well with fresh vegetables, pita chips, or as a spread on sandwiches and wraps.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 45
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 190mg
- Fat: 1.5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0.2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
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