High Protein Cottage Cheese Veggie Dip with Za’atar is a delicious and healthy snack that’s easy to make and perfect for any time of day. A great way to get those veggies in!
High-Protein Cottage Cheese Veggie Dip
Cottage cheese is having a moment, and I am all for it! To make this high-protein veggie dip, you’ll need a few simple ingredients, including cottage cheese, your favorite veggies, and za’atar seasoning. Za’atar is a flavorful Middle Eastern spice blend made from thyme, oregano, sesame seeds, and sumac. More cottage cheese recipes to try are Cottage Cheese Lasagna, Cottage Cheese Scrambled Eggs, and this Savory Cottage Cheese Bowl.
Why This Works
I love finding ways to enjoy savory cottage cheese. When I bought Nancy’s probiotic cottage cheese, it reminded me of the inside of burrata or the taste of labneh, which inspired this veggie dip. The dill adds freshness, and za’atar gives it a Middle Eastern flavor.
- Quich and Easy: Takes less than 5 minutes to whip up!
- High Protein: This dip is high in protein, thanks to the cottage cheese, which is a great source of this essential nutrient.
- Low Calorie and Macro Friendly: It’s also low in calories and fat, making it an excellent choice for those watching their weight.
Cottage Cheese Dip Ingredients
Here’s what you’ll need to make this easy dip. See recipe card below for measurements:
- Cottage Cheese: Choose a good-quality 2% cottage cheese, like Nancy’s or Good Culture.
- Olive Oil to drizzle on top
- Dill: Chopped fresh dill gets mixed into the dip and garnish with more.
- Za’atar: You can find za’atar at most grocery stores. But if you don’t want to purchase it, you could use a mix of sesame seeds and dried thyme and oregano.
How to Make Cottage Cheese Dip for Veggies
This easy cottage cheese dip takes only minutes to make. Just combine the cottage cheese and dill in a small bowl, drizzle with olive oil, and top with za’atar and dill. Voila!
Variations
- Texture: If you’re not a fan of the texture of cottage cheese, you can always whip it in a food processor.
- Herbs: Substitute chives or parsley for dill.
- Seasoning: You can switch up the flavors by using different spice blends, such as everything bagel or ranch.
- Spicy Dip: Add crushed red pepper for a kick.
Ways to Serve
You can enjoy this dip with your favorite veggies, such as carrot sticks, bell peppers, cucumbers, and cherry tomatoes. It’s also good with whole grain crackers or pita chips for a more filling snack.
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High-Protein Cottage Cheese Veggie Dip with Za’atar
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup good quality 2% cottage cheese, such as Nancys or Good Culture
- 6 mini bell peppers, red yellow and orange
- 2 mini cucumbers, sliced in quarters or halved
- 3 radishes, quartered or veggies of your choice
- 1 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill, plus more for garnish
- 1 teaspoon Za’atar
Instructions
- Combine cottage cheese and dill in a small bowl, drizzle with olive oil and top with Za’atar and fresh dill.
- Place on a plate or small platter with cut up fresh veggies.
