Ingredients
Dip Ingredients
- 1 cup cottage cheese (2% fat)
- 1/2 cup fresh chives (about half of a 20 gram container)
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley
- 1/2 a lemon, juice only
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/4 tsp dried dill weed (optional)
- Fresh black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Measure out all ingredients, including the cottage cheese, fresh herbs, lemon juice, and spices, to have them ready for blending.
- Blend the Dip: Add the cottage cheese, fresh chives, parsley, lemon juice, garlic powder, onion powder, dried dill weed (if using), and a few grinds of fresh black pepper into a large food processor. Blend until smooth, stopping to scrape down the sides as needed to ensure even blending.
- Taste and Adjust: After blending, taste the dip and adjust seasoning if necessary by adding more lemon juice, pepper, or herbs to suit your preferences.
- Serve: Transfer the dip to a small serving bowl and serve immediately alongside fresh vegetables such as carrot sticks, cucumber slices, bell peppers, or your favorite crackers.
Notes
- This dip is best served fresh but can be refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
- For a smoother texture, use a high-powered blender or food processor.
- Feel free to add other fresh herbs like dill or basil to vary the flavor.
- Pair with raw veggies like celery, cherry tomatoes, or zucchini for a healthy snack.
- To make this dip vegan, substitute cottage cheese with a plant-based yogurt or tofu blend, though flavor and texture will vary.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dip
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
