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Cottage Cheese Queso

A creamy, high-protein dip that blends cottage cheese with savory seasonings for a lighter, flavorful queso-style dip.

  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup cottage cheese
  • 1/4 cup nutritional yeast
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 jalapeño, diced (optional)
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In a blender, combine the cottage cheese, nutritional yeast, garlic powder, onion powder, jalapeño (if using), cumin, salt, and pepper.
  2. Blend until smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as needed.
  3. Taste and adjust seasoning — add more salt, a squeeze of lime, or extra jalapeño for heat.
  4. Transfer to a small saucepan and warm gently over low heat if you prefer a hot dip, stirring until heated through. Alternatively, serve chilled as a spread.
  5. Serve warm with tortilla chips or use as a topping for tacos, baked potatoes, nachos, or grain bowls.

Notes

For best texture, blend the queso and store it in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3-4 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop or in the microwave.

  • Author: jayne
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes
  • Category: Dip
  • Method: Blending & Heating
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 180
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 350mg
  • Fat: 4g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 22g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 15g
  • Cholesterol: 10mg

Keywords: queso, dip, cottage cheese, high-protein, healthy snack