Cottage Cheese Queso Recipe
A creamy and healthy cottage cheese queso dip that’s easy to make using a blender and microwave. This low-fat, high-protein alternative to traditional queso pairs perfectly with tortilla chips or fresh veggies and is topped with fresh tomato, jalapeno, cilantro, and red onion for a flavorful kick.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 minute
- Total Time: 6 minutes
- Yield: About 2 cups of queso dip, serves 4-6 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Mexican-American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
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Dip Ingredients
- 1 cup cottage cheese (2% fat)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup milk (almond milk used, add more if necessary)
- 2 teaspoons taco seasoning
Toppings
- Tomato, finely chopped
- Jalapeno, finely chopped
- Cilantro, finely chopped
- Red onion, finely chopped
Serving
- Tortilla chips
Instructions
- Blend Ingredients: In a high-speed blender or food processor, combine the cottage cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, milk, and taco seasoning. Process until smooth, pausing occasionally to scrape down the sides with a spatula. Add more milk if the mixture is too thick to blend smoothly.
- Heat the Dip: Transfer the blended mixture to a medium microwave-safe bowl. Microwave in two increments of 15-20 seconds each, stirring once in the middle and once at the end to ensure even heating and melting of the cheeses.
- Add Toppings: Sprinkle the finely chopped tomato, jalapeno, red onion, and cilantro evenly over the warm queso dip.
- Serve: Serve immediately with tortilla chips or fresh vegetables for dipping.
Notes
- Use 2% cottage cheese for a balance of creaminess and lower fat content.
- Almond milk is a great non-dairy option, but regular milk works as well.
- Adjust the amount of milk to achieve your preferred consistency.
- The microwave heating steps help melt the cheese and meld flavors without cooking on the stovetop.
- Fresh chopped toppings add a burst of freshness and texture contrast.
- Serve immediately to enjoy the best texture and flavor.
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