Don’t miss this Cottage Cheese Ranch Dip recipe! It’s the perfect way to make a creamy dip using healthy ingredients. This flavorful dip is a simple easy appetizer perfect for a crowd. It’s a great option and a healthy swap for other types of dips. Find out how to make this great snack!
I think that this takes so much better than regular ranch dip, and I love that it has a higher protein to it as well. It’s a simple healthy veggie dip that even picky eaters like – so I count that as a win! A cup of this high protein dip has almost 20 grams of protein. It’s amazing how fast you get creamy cottage cheese once you use the food processor.
The creamy texture makes it perfect for dipping fresh vegetables, chips, chicken tenders, and more. It’s also a super simple after-school snack and easy dip for parties as well. So many options to serve this easy cottage cheese dip recipe!
Be sure to also try my Jalapeno Popper Dip and my Buttermilk Ranch Dip for more fun flavors. All are good for fresh veggies!
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Ingredients
- Cottage cheese – You can use low-fat, small curd, or large curd for this recipe.
- Mayonnaise – This helps give this flavorful dip a creaminess.
- Garlic powder, onion powder, dried parsley, dried dill – The combo of garlic, onion, parsley, and dill give this a ranch flavor with no seasoning packets required.
- Salt – For flavor. You can season to taste.
- Pepper – Add as much or as little as you like.
See recipe card for quantities.
How to Make Cottage Cheese Ranch Dip
Step One: Add all the simple ingredients into the food processor.
Step Two: Pulse until the mixture is smooth and creamy. Add salt and pepper to taste.
Top Tip💡
If you don’t have a food processor, you can use a high-speed blender. It will still give a creamy, thick texture to the dip every single time.
Substitutions
- Container of cottage cheese – You can use low-fat cottage cheese or any type that you want.
- Sour cream – For a tangy flavor, you can use sour cream or plain Greek Yogurt instead of mayonnaise.
Variations
- Seasonings – There are so many different ways to change the flavor. Add cayenne pepper for some heat, add lemon juice for extra tang, oregano will add a Mediterranean flavor. This ranch cottage cheese dip is versatile in how it can be seasoned.
See this Cilantro Lime Pesto Mayo, Dip, & Dressing for a fun, refreshing flavor!
Equipment
To make this cottage cheese veggie dip, you really only need a food processor, spoon, and serving bowl. I told you it’s simple to make this fantastic dip!
Storage
If you have leftovers of this cottage cheese ranch dressing, or you prepare it in advance, keep the leftovers stored in an airtight container in the fridge. Eat within 3-4 days for the best results. Just stir the dip again before serving or eating.
Due to the ingredients in this dip, I don’t recommend freezing. Eating it fresh is best.
Common Questions
Fresh veggies are always my go-to! Baby carrots, celery sticks, sliced cucumbers – all a winning choice. You can also serve chips or crackers with the creamy base or even use it as a dip for pita bread or toast.
To thin out the dip, simply add a little milk (almond milk, coconut milk, and other alternatives work well). I always add a tiny amount, stir, assess, and then add more if I need to.
If you want to use this dip as a salad dressing, you can thin it out with the milk of your choice so that it’s easier to drizzle or pour. So many options! Just add the milk slowly and stir so that you don’t make it too runny to use.
You can! If you need to save on time, you can prepare this simple homemade dip in advance. Simply follow the steps on the recipe card, and then store it in an airtight container in the fridge.
It should keep for a day and be nice and cold when it’s ready to serve. Give it a good stir before serving up with a plate of fresh vegetables or anything else that you’re craving.
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Cottage Cheese Ranch Dip
Don’t miss this simple recipe for Cottage Cheese Ranch Dip! It’s the perfect way to make a creamy dip with bold flavor and extra protein!
Serving: 0.25cup (approx.)Calories: 107Carbohydrates: 2.5gProtein: 4.7gFat: 8.7gSaturated Fat: 1.8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4.2gMonounsaturated Fat: 1.9gTrans Fat: 0.02gCholesterol: 10.6mgSodium: 330mgPotassium: 65.5mgFiber: 0.2gSugar: 1.2gVitamin A: 78.1IUVitamin C: 0.3mgCalcium: 40.7mgIron: 0.2mg
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