Cottage Cheese Queso Dip (3 Ingredients)

This 3 ingredient Cottage Cheese Queso Dip is so easy and delicious, another yummy easy dip recipe to add to your collection.

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I’m sure y’all have seen the viral tiktok recipe for Queso, or at least heard of it. Well, I had to give it a try. Cottage cheese has literally taken social media and the internet by a storm, and when I say storm, I mean hurricane.

My go-to healthy swap has always been some good ol’ plain greek yogurt, but these days…..cottage cheese recipes is getting up there. 

I gave it a spin and adjusted measurements for what I felt was healthy and macro friendly, and y’all, this creamy cottage cheese queso dip is friggin’ TASTY. Definitely a game changer. Super cheesy and delicious.

I don’t like sacrificing taste at all. If I’m doing this healthy lifestyle long term, you have to make it sustainable. No one wants to choke down food that’s deemed healthy, because we all know its not sustainable.

It’s about finding those balances, and healthy swaps to enjoy all, and I mean ALL the things we love with food. 

The best part? This healthy cottage cheese dip has such a protein boost while still giving you the cheesy flavor you want just like traditional queso, only a much healthier option.

This recipe makes two servings, but lets be honest here people. If you want to eat it all in one sitting, no one is stopping you.

And you don’t have to feel guilty one bit. In fact, your literally just packing in the protein because this queso dip is jammed packed with the good stuff. 

Why You’ll Love This Cottage Cheese Queso Dip:

• This delicious dip is over 16 grams of protein per serving, low carb and low fat
• Takes only 5 minutes to make! 
• Only 3 ingredients needed that you probably already have, no nutritional yeast needed! 
• Perfect for game day as a delicious macro friendly dip option

How To Make Cottage Cheese Queso Dip

Simple ingredients You’ll Need:

• Low-Fat Cottage Cheese; Regular cottage cheese works too, just adjust those macros! 
• Shredded Cheese; I use fat free shredded cheese in this recipe
• Taco Seasoning
• Optional: Pico de Gallo, salsa, jalapeños, or cilantro

Steps To Make This High Protein Cottage Cheese Queso Dip:

Step 1

Measure out 1 cup of cottage cheese and place in a food processor or blender. Blend cottage cheese until all lumps are blended and cottage cheese is a creamy texture and you have reached your desired consistency. 

Step 2

Grab a microwave-safe bowl and dump in the blended cottage cheese, shredded cheese, and taco seasoning. Stir until blended together. 

Step 3

Cover the bowl and microwave for 1 minute. Remove from the microwave and stir, and then microwave for an additional 30 seconds. Remove the queso stir.

Repeat as necessary until the queso is smooth. It should take roughly two minutes. 

Step 4

This is optional, garnish with Pico de Gallo, salsa, jalapeños, or cilantro. Grab some fresh veggies or your tortilla chips and enjoy as one of your new favorite dips! Enjoy!! 

Recipe Notes, Tips & Tricks For Cottage Cheese Queso Dip

What do I eat with Healthy Queso Dip?

• Favorite Tortilla Chips – try some quest chips for a more healthier, macro friendly option
• Pretzels
• Toasted Bread
• Additional sauce topping for tacos
• Dip those raw veggies such as bell peppers or some celery

Level Up Your Easy Cottage Cheese Queso:

There are so many options to add to this cheesy dip to make it even more addicting. Here are some of my favorite ways:

• Grab a can of Rotel and mix in with the other ingredients
• Green Chilies
• Diced Jalapeños 
• Hot sauce
• For all you cheese lovers, try another cheese blend with some monterey jack, cheddar cheese, or even some pepper jack cheese

If you love southwestern dishes, try out this one pan Mexican chicken and rice casserole, or tacos in the crockpot! Both of these recipes would be perfect to add some of this delicious high protein queso dip to, YUM. 

How To Store Cottage Cheese Queso Dip:

This recipe makes two servings. Store your leftover queso in an airtight container and store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. When ready to reheat, use the microwave. 

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