Cottage Cheese Dip
Creamy cottage cheese dip is the snack-time superhero you didn’t know you needed. This delicious treat is equally at home whether it's scooped up with crunchy carrot sticks or a warm piece of pita bread.
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 132kcal
Ingredients
- 2 cups low-fat cottage cheese
- 2 Tablespoons mayonnaise I like to use olive oil mayo
- 2 Tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 2 Tablespoons fresh basil, chopped optional
Instructions
- Add 2 cups low-fat cottage cheese, 2 Tablespoons mayonnaise, 2 Tablespoons lemon juice, 1 teaspoon lemon zest, 1 teaspoon salt, ½ teaspoon ground black pepperto a blender or food processor. Blend until smooth and creamy. (Note: If you prefer a chunkier texture, pulse briefly instead.)
- Taste for seasoning and adjust the salt, pepper or lemon juice as needed.
- Transfer to a bowl and chill in the fridge for 30 minutes or longer to allow the flavors to meld.
- Garnish with 2 Tablespoons fresh basil, chopped (if desired) and serve.
Notes
I like to add the mayo for a little tang, but you can omit it, or use non-fat Greek yogurt in its place.
Before serving, give your dip a quick stir, as some separation may occur as it sits.
Serving Suggestions:
- Veggies: Carrot sticks, celery, cucumber slices, and cherry tomatoes.
- Crackers or Chips: Whole grain crackers, or thick-cut potato chips for a crunch.
- Bread: Fresh pita bread, air fryer pita chips, naan, or baguette slices.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 132kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 14g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 7mg | Sodium: 1085mg | Potassium: 113mg | Fiber: 0.2g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 106IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 74mg | Iron: 0.2mg
