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Whipped Cottage Cheese Herb Dip (Easy High-Protein Snack)
This whipped cottage cheese herb dip is a reliable, high-protein staple that fits seamlessly into everyday snacking and casual hosting. It’s smooth, savory, and quietly elevated thanks to garlic, shallot, and fresh herbs, and simple enough to make in minutes with a food processor.
Using a full 16-ounce container of cottage cheese makes this easy to throw together without measuring and ideal for feeding a crowd or stocking the fridge for the week. I have been asked for this recipe almost every time we serve it!
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Whipped Cottage Cheese Herb Dip (Garlic & Shallot)
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snack
- Cuisine: American
Description
A creamy, whipped cottage cheese dip blended with garlic, shallot, and fresh herbs. Smooth in texture, savory in flavor, and versatile enough to serve with vegetables, crackers (we like the Cracked Pepper & Olive Oil Triscuits), or as a spread for toast and sandwiches.
Ingredients
- 16 oz full-fat cottage cheese (you can use low-fat if desired)
- 1 medium shallot, peeled and chopped into 4 parts (best using a paring knife and plastic-free cutting board)
- 1–2 large garlic cloves, peeled (a simple silicone garlic peeler makes this easy)
- 2 tbsp fresh herbs (whatever you have on hand: cilantro, parsley, or green onion)
- 1 tsp kosher salt, plus more to taste
- 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper (we use a black pepper grinder mill with a clear base)
Instructions
- Mince the aromatics and herbs: Add the shallot, garlic, and herbs to a food processor. Pulse 6–10 times until very finely minced. Scrape down the sides so everything is evenly chopped.
- Add the cottage cheese: Add the full container of cottage cheese, salt, and pepper to the food processor.
- Whip until smooth: Process for 60–90 seconds, scraping down the sides as needed, until the dip is completely smooth and creamy. Transfer to a storage serving bowl.
- Rest and season: Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Refrigerate for 20–30 minutes to allow the garlic and shallot flavors to mellow and fully come together.
Notes
Full-fat cottage cheese produces the smoothest, creamiest result, but low-fat is delicious as well.
Resting the dip is optional but recommended for a more balanced flavor.
The dip thickens slightly as it chills.
For a milder version, use a small garlic clove or substitute green onion for the shallot.
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