5-Minute High-Protein Cottage Cheese Queso Dip
Make this quick, creamy, high-protein cottage cheese queso dip in under five minutes. It is a lighter, guilt-free alternative to traditional queso, perfect for dipping chips or topping tacos.
- Prep Time: 5 min
- Cook Time: 2 min
- Total Time: 7 min
- Yield: About 1.5 cups 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Blender/Microwave
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup low-fat cottage cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or Mexican blend)
- 1/4 cup salsa (mild or medium)
- 1 tablespoon taco seasoning
- 1–2 tablespoons milk or water (optional, for thinning)
- 1 small can diced green chiles (optional)
Instructions
- Place the cottage cheese, shredded cheese, salsa, and taco seasoning into a blender or food processor.
- Blend until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy. Stop and scrape down the sides as needed.
- If the dip is too thick, add milk or water one tablespoon at a time until you reach your desired consistency.
- Transfer the blended mixture to a microwave-safe bowl.
- Microwave on high for 60 to 90 seconds, stirring halfway through, until the queso is hot and fully melted.
- Serve immediately with tortilla chips, fresh vegetables, or as a topping for nachos.
Notes
- For a spicier dip, add a few dashes of hot sauce or a pinch of cayenne pepper before blending.
- If you prefer a baked version, transfer the blended mixture to a small oven-safe dish, top with extra cheese, and bake at 375°F (190°C) for 10 minutes until bubbly.
- This dip works well as part of a larger meal plan, similar to what you might find with some weight loss programs.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 3
- Sodium: 350
- Fat: 5
- Saturated Fat: 3
- Unsaturated Fat: 2
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 5
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 12
- Cholesterol: 15
Find it online: https://cutcooktaste.com/cottage-cheese-queso-recipe-5-minute/