Cottage Cheese and Vegetable Spread
Creamy, vibrant, and bursting with fresh flavors, this Cottage Cheese and Vegetable Spread is the perfect guilt-free snack or appetizer. Made with protein-packed cottage cheese and a colorful medley of grated carrot, crunchy bell pepper, cucumber, and fresh parsley, this spread is as nutritious as it is delicious. A hint of zesty lemon juice and a dash of garlic powder elevate the taste, making it irresistibly tangy and flavorful. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, it’s an effortless, make-ahead option for busy days. Serve it with crackers, crusty bread, or crisp vegetable sticks for a wholesome dip or spread that’s ideal for parties, picnics, or a quick healthy treat. Packed with protein, veggies, and vibrant flavors, this recipe is perfect for anyone seeking a low-carb, high-protein snack!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 1 medium, grated carrot
- 0.5 medium, finely chopped red bell pepper
- 0.5 small, finely chopped cucumber
- 2 stalks, finely chopped green onion
- 2 tablespoons, finely chopped parsley
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Place the cottage cheese in a medium-sized mixing bowl.
Add the grated carrot, chopped red bell pepper, cucumber, green onion, and parsley to the bowl.
Drizzle the lemon juice over the mixture and sprinkle in the garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
Using a fork or spoon, mix everything together until well combined. For a smoother texture, you can use a food processor to blend the spread until it reaches your desired consistency.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed by adding more salt, pepper, or lemon juice.
Transfer the spread to a serving bowl. Serve immediately with crackers, bread, or vegetable sticks, or refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
262 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 6.1 g | 8% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.3 g | 12% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 22 mg | 7% | |
| Sodium | 1128 mg | 49% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 35.6 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.7 g | 17% | |
| Total Sugars | 24.6 g | ||
| Protein | 18.2 g | 36% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 178 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 1.9 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 637 mg | 14% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
