Description
This Whipped Cottage Cheese Ranch Dip is creamy, tangy, and easy to make in just a few minutes. Blending cottage cheese gives the dip a smooth texture, while ranch seasoning adds plenty of classic flavor. Serve it with fresh vegetables, crackers, or chips for an easy high-protein snack.
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups cottage cheese
- 2 tablespoons plain Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon dried dill
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon fresh chives, finely chopped
- 1–2 tablespoons milk, if needed
Instructions
- Add the cottage cheese: Place cottage cheese and Greek yogurt in a food processor or blender.
- Add the seasonings: Add lemon juice, dill, parsley, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
- Blend until smooth: Blend for 1–2 minutes, scraping the sides as needed, until the dip is creamy and smooth.
- Adjust the texture: Add a little milk if the dip is too thick, then blend again.
- Add the chives: Stir in the fresh chives.
- Chill: Refrigerate for about 30 minutes to let the flavors come together.
- Serve: Spoon into a bowl and serve with fresh vegetables, crackers, pretzels, or chips.
Notes
Storage
Store the dip in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Give it a quick stir before serving.
Recipe Tips
- Use full-fat or low-fat cottage cheese depending on your preference.
- Blend the cottage cheese well for the smoothest dip.
- Add extra dill or chives for a stronger ranch flavor.
- For a thicker dip, skip the milk.
- Serve with cucumber, carrots, celery, bell peppers, or cherry tomatoes.
- You can also use the dip as a spread for sandwiches and wraps.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Chill Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snack
- Method: No-Cook