Viral 5-Minute Creamy Cottage Cheese Queso Dip (High Protein)
Make this incredibly smooth, high-protein cottage cheese queso dip using just a blender and microwave. It is a healthy queso alternative that tastes rich and cheesy, perfect for a quick snack or game day appetizer.
- Prep Time: 5 min
- Cook Time: 2 min
- Total Time: 7 min
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Blender/Microwave
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
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- 16 ounces full-fat cottage cheese
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 tablespoon taco seasoning
- 1/4 cup milk (or water, for blending)
- 1/4 cup salsa or diced green chilies (optional, for flavor)
Instructions
- Place the cottage cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, taco seasoning, and milk into a high-speed blender.
- Blend on high speed until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy. Stop and scrape down the sides as needed to ensure no curds remain. This step is key to avoiding graininess.
- Pour the blended mixture into a microwave-safe bowl.
- Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring well after each interval, until the queso is hot and fully melted, usually about 60 to 90 seconds total. Do not overheat.
- Stir in salsa or green chilies if using.
- Serve immediately with tortilla chips, vegetable sticks, or use as a cheesy topping for tacos or nachos.
Notes
- For the creamiest texture, use full-fat cottage cheese. If you prefer a lower-fat option, use 2% but be aware the texture may be slightly thinner.
- If the dip thickens too much upon cooling, stir in a tablespoon of milk or water and reheat briefly.
- This recipe is naturally gluten-free and keto queso dip friendly if served with low-carb dippers.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 285
- Sugar: 5
- Sodium: 650
- Fat: 16
- Saturated Fat: 9
- Unsaturated Fat: 7
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 8
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 28
- Cholesterol: 45
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