Cottage Cheese Queso Dip Recipe
This creamy and flavorful Cottage Cheese Queso Dip combines protein-rich cottage cheese with melted cheddar and a hint of taco seasoning for a delicious, healthier twist on classic queso. Topped with fresh tomato, jalapeno, cilantro, and red onion, it’s perfect for snacking with tortilla chips or fresh veggies and is quick to prepare using a blender and microwave.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 minute
- Total Time: 6 minutes
- Yield: About 2 cups (serves 6-8 as a dip) 1x
- Category: Dip
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Mexican-American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
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Dip Ingredients
- 1 cup cottage cheese (2% fat recommended)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup milk (almond milk used, more if needed)
- 2 teaspoons taco seasoning
Toppings
- Tomato, finely chopped
- Jalapeno, finely chopped
- Cilantro, finely chopped
- Red onion, finely chopped
For Serving
- Tortilla chips or fresh veggies
Instructions
- Blend the base: In a high-speed blender or food processor, combine the cottage cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, milk, and taco seasoning. Blend until the mixture is smooth, pausing occasionally to scrape down the sides with a spatula. Add additional milk if the dip is too thick to reach desired consistency.
- Heat the queso dip: Transfer the blended mixture into a medium microwave-safe bowl. Microwave the dip twice for 15-20 seconds each time, stirring once halfway through and once at the end, until the cheese is melted and the dip is warm and creamy.
- Add toppings and serve: Sprinkle the finely chopped tomato, jalapeno, cilantro, and red onion over the warm queso dip. Serve immediately alongside tortilla chips or fresh veggies for dipping.
Notes
- Use 2% cottage cheese for a balance of creaminess without too much fat; you can use full-fat or low-fat depending on preference.
- Almond milk is a great dairy-free option; regular milk or other plant milks can be used as well.
- Adjust the amount of milk to achieve your preferred dip thickness.
- Microwave heating times may vary based on your appliance; heat in short increments to avoid overheating or curdling.
- For extra spice, add more jalapeno or a dash of hot sauce to the dip base before blending.
- This dip is best served fresh but can be reheated gently in the microwave.
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