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Cottage Cheese Queso

Cottage Cheese Queso: Creamy, Cheesy Dip Ready in 5 Minutes

Creamy Cottage Cheese Queso dip perfect for quick snacks, high in protein, and ready in just 5 minutes.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 2 minutes
Total Time 7 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Dip
  • 1 cup Cottage Cheese Use 2% for optimal texture.
  • 1 cup Cheddar Cheese Can be replaced with a dairy-free alternative.
  • ½ cup Milk Almond milk can be used as a dairy substitute.
  • 2 tablespoons Taco Seasoning Homemade or store-bought varieties.
For Toppings
  • 1 medium Tomato Diced.
  • 1 small Jalapeno Sliced, adjust amount to taste.
  • ¼ cup Cilantro Chopped.
  • ¼ cup Red Onion Finely chopped.
For Serving
  • 1 bag Tortilla Chips Crispy varieties perfect for dipping.

Equipment

  • High-speed blender or food processor
  • Microwave-safe Bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Cottage Cheese Queso
  1. In a high-speed blender, combine cottage cheese, cheddar cheese, milk, and taco seasoning. Blend on high for 30 seconds until smooth.
  2. If too thick, add a splash of milk and blend for another 10–15 seconds to achieve a pourable consistency.
  3. Transfer to a microwave-safe bowl and heat in 15-20 second increments, stirring in between, until warmed through.
  4. Remove from microwave and garnish with fresh toppings such as diced tomatoes, sliced jalapenos, chopped cilantro, and diced red onion.
  5. Serve immediately with tortilla chips or fresh vegetable sticks for dipping.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 12gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best flavor, use fresh ingredients and adjust seasonings according to personal preference.

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