Description
This quick and easy 5-Minute Cottage Cheese Dip is a creamy, tangy, and flavorful appetizer perfect for parties or everyday snacking. Made with whole milk cottage cheese, fresh dill, lemon juice, and garlic, this healthy dip blends smoothly in minutes and pairs wonderfully with crackers and fresh vegetables.
Ingredients
Dip Ingredients
- 2 cups whole milk cottage cheese
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill, plus more for garnish
- 2 1/2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1/2 to 1 teaspoon salt, plus more to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cloves garlic, smashed
- 1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil
- Chopped parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Gather all the ingredients required for the dip, including the cottage cheese, onion powder, fresh dill, lemon juice, lemon zest, salt, black pepper, garlic cloves, and olive oil.
- Blend Ingredients: Add all the ingredients into a high-powered blender or food processor. Blend on high until the mixture is smooth, creamy, and well combined, ensuring the garlic is fully incorporated.
- Garnish and Serve: Transfer the dip to a serving bowl. Garnish with additional fresh dill and chopped parsley for color and fresh flavor. Serve immediately with crackers, fresh vegetables, or your favorite dipping snacks.
Notes
- Adjust the salt amount to your taste preference, starting with 1/2 teaspoon and adding more if needed.
- Use whole milk cottage cheese for a creamier texture; low-fat options may alter the creaminess.
- For a thinner dip, add a splash of water or milk and blend again.
- Fresh dill is preferred for the best flavor, but dried dill can be used in a pinch.
- This dip can be refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Stir before serving as it may thicken when chilled.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dip
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
