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Fast Cottage Cheese Ranch Dip

Fast Cottage Cheese Ranch Dip

A creamy, protein-rich cottage cheese ranch dip made with herbs, garlic, onion, lemon, and a little sour cream or Greek yogurt. Perfect for vegetables, chicken tenders, fries, wings, wraps, and snack plates.
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Temps de préparation 10 minutes
Durée totale 45 minutes
Catégorie Sauce
Cuisine American, Canadian
Portions 8 servings
Calories 95 kcal

Ingrédients
  

  • 2 cups cottage cheese
  • 1/4 cup sour cream or plain Greek yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
  • 1 teaspoon dried dill
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon fine salt plus more to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 to 3 tablespoons milk only if needed
  • Optional: 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • Optional: 1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • Optional: pinch of cayenne
  • Optional: 1 tablespoon mayonnaise

Instructions
 

  • Add the cottage cheese, sour cream or Greek yogurt, lemon juice, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper to a blender or food processor.
  • Blend until very smooth, scraping down the sides as needed.
  • Add 1 tablespoon of milk at a time only if the dip is too thick to blend.
  • Add the chives, parsley, and dried dill. Pulse briefly or stir by hand.
  • Taste and adjust with more salt, lemon juice, garlic powder, or onion powder if needed.
  • Chill for 15 to 30 minutes before serving for the best flavor.
  • Stir again and serve with vegetables, chicken, fries, wings, chips, or sandwiches.

Notes

FAQ

Can I make cottage cheese ranch dip ahead of time?

Yes. This dip keeps well in the fridge for 3 to 4 days in an airtight container. Stir before serving because a little liquid can separate as it sits.

Does it taste like cottage cheese?

Once blended with herbs, garlic, onion, and lemon juice, the cottage cheese flavor becomes very mild. The final taste is closer to a creamy ranch dip than plain cottage cheese.

Can I use this as a salad dressing?

Yes, but thin it with milk, buttermilk, or water until it becomes pourable. For a true dressing texture, the classic fresh ranch dressing is still the better choice.

Can I make it without a blender?

You can mash everything with a fork, but the texture will be chunky. For a smooth ranch dip, a blender or food processor is strongly recommended.

Is this dip high in protein?

Cottage cheese naturally adds protein compared with many mayo-based dips. The exact amount depends on the brand of cottage cheese and whether you use sour cream or Greek yogurt.

Can I make it spicy?

Yes. Add cayenne, hot sauce, chopped jalapeños, or a spoonful of Cajun seasoning. For a separate spicy sauce, Cajun mayo is a stronger option.
Mots clés Cottage Cheese, high-protein, ranch dip