3-Ingredient Cottage Cheese Dip (High Protein)

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This creamy, High-Protein Cottage Cheese Dip is your new go-to for a quick, healthy snack or appetizer. With just three simple ingredients, it’s perfect for dipping, spreading, or even adding to your favorite dishes for an extra boost of protein!

Prep Time

5 mins

Total Time

5 mins

Servings: 4

Calories: 101 kcal

Course: Appetizer, Condiments, Snacks

Cuisine: Italian, American

Ingredients

1 cup cottage cheese reduced fat or full fat
¼ cup pesto sauce prepared
1 teaspoon lemon juice

Instructions

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Blend cottage cheese, pesto, and lemon juice together in a mini food processor or blender until smooth. Transfer to a bowl.
Serve dip with vegetable, chips or crostini.

Notes

For a tangier dip, you can add some Greek yogurt or sour cream.
Customize the flavors by adding a pinch of garlic powder, onion powder, or even red pepper flakes for an extra kick. Herbs like fresh basil or parsley are also great options.
This dip isn’t just for veggies! Use it as a sandwich spread, mix it into pasta, or even dollop it onto a baked potato for a flavorful twist.

Nutrition Information

Serving 0.25 cup Calories 101kcal (5%) Carbohydrates 3g (1%) Protein 8g (16%) Fat 6g (9%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Polyunsaturated Fat 0.02g (0%) Monounsaturated Fat 0.2g (1%) Cholesterol 4mg (1%) Sodium 374mg (16%) Potassium 50mg (1%) Fiber 0.3g (1%) Sugar 2g (4%) Vitamin A 336IU (7%) Vitamin C 0.5mg (1%) Calcium 59mg (6%) Iron 0.2mg (1%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4 Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 101

% Daily Value*

Serving	0.25 cup
Calories	101kcal	5%
Carbohydrates	3g	1%
Protein	8g	16%
Fat	6g	9%
Saturated Fat	1g	5%
Polyunsaturated Fat	0.02g	0%
Monounsaturated Fat	0.2g	1%
Cholesterol	4mg	1%
Sodium	374mg	16%
Potassium	50mg	1%
Fiber	0.3g	1%
Sugar	2g	4%
Vitamin A	336IU	7%
Vitamin C	0.5mg	1%
Calcium	59mg	6%
Iron	0.2mg	1%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.