Cottage Cheese Queso
A creamy, high-protein queso dip made with blended cottage cheese. A healthier, flavorful twist on classic queso.
Equipment
- Blender or Food Processor
- Spatula
Ingredients
Core Ingredients
- 1 cup cottage cheese small curd works best
- 1/4 cup milk adjust for desired thickness
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp ground cumin
- 1/4 tsp chili powder
- 1/4 tsp salt adjust to taste
- 1/4 tsp black pepper optional
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese optional, for extra cheesiness
Instructions
- Place cottage cheese in a high-speed blender or food processor.
- Add shredded cheddar and taco seasoning next.
- Pour in a small amount of milk or water to help with blending.
- Stop blending and scrape the sides if needed to ensure even mixing.
- Taste the queso and adjust seasoning if necessary
- If the dip is too thick, add a little more milk or water, blending again briefly.
- Serve immediately or chill for a cooler dip
Notes
For extra spice, add diced jalapeños or a dash of hot sauce. Store leftovers in an airtight container and reheat with a splash of milk.