This easy high protein cottage cheese ranch dressing dip is a delicious and protein-packed alternative to a traditional ranch dressing dip. The cottage cheese creates a creamy dip that's great served with fresh vegetables and crackers for an easy appetizer or snack.
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Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- You'll only need a few simple ingredients to make a high protein dip.
- The cottage cheese is higher in protein and creates a creamy texture.
- It's a great option for an after-school snack or game day party appetizer.
- We provide a simple homemade ranch seasoning mix instead of a ranch seasoning packet.
Ingredient Notes
- Container of cottage cheese - you can use non-fat, low-fat, or full-fat cottage cheese. We prefer a low-fat option instead of non-fat. Our favorite brand is Good Culture cottage cheese but you can use different brands.
- Dried parsley
- Dried dill
- Garlic powder
- Onion powder
- Salt & black pepper
See the recipe card below for a complete list of ingredients and measurements.
Equipment You’ll Need
- Food processor
- Measuring spoons
Step by Step Directions
For the full recipe instructions, scroll down to the recipe card at the bottom of the page.
Step 1: Add all of the ingredients to a food processor. Blend until completely smooth. Serve with any fresh veggies or pita/crackers of choice. Store in an airtight container.
Tips & Variations
- We prefer a thicker dip. If you prefer a thinner dressing, you can add a splash of milk until it reaches the texture you prefer.
- If you want to skip the homemade ranch seasoning, you can use a packet of ranch seasoning mix.
- Serve this creamy ranch dip with any fresh veggies of choice—ideas include cherry tomatoes, baby carrots or carrot sticks, cucumber slices, bell peppers, etc. You can also serve with pita bread, potato chips, or tortilla chips.
FAQ
Store this delicious dip in an air-tight container for up to 5 days.
This recipe is gluten-free and vegetarian.
If you like this cottage cheese ranch dip recipe, check out a few of our other easy protein-packed snacks:
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Easy High Protein Cottage Cheese Ranch Dressing Dip
Ingredients
- 16 ounce container of cottage cheese
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- 1 teaspoon dried dill
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ¼-1/2 teaspoon salt
- ⅛-1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Add all of the ingredients to a food processor. Blend until completely smooth. Serve with any fresh veggies or pita/crackers of choice. Store in an airtight container.
Notes
- We prefer a thicker dip. If you prefer a more thin dressing, you can add a splash of milk till it reaches the texture you prefer.
- Store this delicious dip in an air-tight container for up to 5 days.
- This recipe is gluten-free and vegetarian.
NUTRITION
The recipe can be found on My Fitness Pal by searching "BWB Cottage Cheese Ranch Dressing Dip."
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