Cottage Cheese Dip Spread
Elevate your appetizer game with this refreshingly simple and creamy Cottage Cheese Dip Spread. Bursting with flavors from fresh parsley, dill, and green onion, this versatile recipe is brightened with a touch of lemon juice and seasoned to perfection with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Ready in just 10 minutes, it’s an easy, no-cook option that's perfect as a savory dip for crackers and veggie platters or as a wholesome sandwich spread. For a smoother consistency, blend it to suit your texture preferences, and optionally drizzle with olive oil for a luxurious finish. Ideal for parties, snack boards, or meal prep, this healthy and protein-packed dip will become a go-to favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups cottage cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill, finely chopped
- 2 stalks green onion, finely sliced
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoons garlic powder
- 0.25 teaspoons paprika
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 1 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil (optional)
Instructions
In a medium mixing bowl, add the cottage cheese.
Using a spoon or spatula, mix in the finely chopped parsley, dill, and sliced green onion.
Add the lemon juice, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper to the bowl. Stir well until all the ingredients are evenly combined.
For a smoother texture, transfer the mixture to a food processor and pulse until it reaches your desired consistency. This step is optional and depends on your preference.
If desired, drizzle in extra virgin olive oil for added creaminess and flavor. Stir to combine.
Transfer the dip to a serving dish and garnish with a sprinkle of paprika or additional chopped herbs.
Serve immediately with crackers, fresh vegetables, or use as a flavorful sandwich spread. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
448 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 15.9 g | 20% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.2 g | 26% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 43 mg | 14% | |
| Sodium | 2171 mg | 94% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 45.8 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.6 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 38.0 g | ||
| Protein | 32.7 g | 65% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 270 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 1.6 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 475 mg | 10% | |
*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.
