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Quick Cottage Cheese Queso Dip

A creamy, protein-packed queso that comes together in minutes — all the flavor, less guilt.

  • Total Time: 5 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup cottage cheese
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup salsa
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Tortilla chips for serving

Instructions

  1. In a blender or food processor, combine the cottage cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, salsa, lime juice, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  2. Blend until smooth and creamy, stopping to scrape down the sides if needed.
  3. Taste and adjust seasoning, adding more lime, salt, or salsa for heat.
  4. Transfer to a serving bowl and garnish if desired.
  5. Serve immediately with tortilla chips or refrigerate until ready to serve.

Notes

For best texture, stir the dip before serving; if it thickens, thin with a splash of milk, water, or extra salsa.

  • Author: jayne
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Blending
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 500mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 9g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 10g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 18g
  • Cholesterol: 40mg

Keywords: queso dip, cottage cheese, quick dip, party snack, healthy appetizer