Spicy Cottage Cheese ‘Queso’ Dip
A luscious and creamy dip that blends cottage cheese with roasted red pepper and spices, perfect for dipping crispy tortilla chips or fresh veggie sticks.
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 120kcal
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 250 g Cottage Cheese Rich texture that makes each scoop delectable.
- 1 Roasted Red Pepper Enhances depth of flavor.
- 2 tbsp Nutritional Yeast Adds a cheesy flavor.
- 1 Small Garlic Clove Introduces a warm, bold profile.
- 1 tsp Smoked Paprika Adds smoky warmth.
- 1/2 tsp Ground Cumin Anchors the dip with flavor.
- 1/4 tsp Chili Powder or Cayenne Adjust to taste for spice.
- 1 tbsp Olive Oil Enhances the overall mouthfeel.
- Salt To taste.
- 1 tbsp Hot Sauce Optional for extra heat.
Garnish
- Diced jalapeños For garnish.
- Chopped cilantro For garnish.
- Extra smoked paprika For garnish.
- Drizzle of olive oil For garnish.
Instructions
Preparation
- Blend all ingredients: cottage cheese, roasted red pepper, nutritional yeast, garlic, smoked paprika, cumin, chili powder, olive oil, and salt in a high-speed blender or food processor until smooth.
- Taste the dip and adjust the heat with chili or hot sauce. Blend again for 1-2 minutes until harmonious.
- Optional: Pour the mixture into a saucepan and heat gently over low heat, stirring continuously to deepen the flavors.
Serving
- Transfer the warm dip into a serving bowl and garnish with diced jalapeños, fresh cilantro, a drizzle of olive oil, and extra smoked paprika.
- Serve immediately with crispy tortilla chips, crunchy veggie sticks, or warm pita.
Notes
Taste during preparation to adjust heat levels. For a smoother dip, blend longer using a high-speed blender.