Cottage Cheese Ranch Dip
Rich, creamy and absolutely addictive, this cottage cheese ranch dip is one high protein spread you'll find yourself making again and again.
Just a few simple ingredients and 5 minutes in the kitchen is all it takes to whip up this versatile dip that you can team up with your veggie sticks, crackers and other party classics like deep fried stuffed olives.
Holiday season is right around the corner, and I've been spending my days in the kitchen, experimenting with lots of different appetizers and spreads that I could make and serve when I'm hosting a house party.
My cream cheese stuffed dates and candied dates were both huge hits, and my olive tapenade is a classic that everyone just devoured. To balance out these flavors, I wanted to try a simple, creamy dip- and that's when I thought of this recipe.
Quick Look
- 🔪Prep time: 5 minutes.
- ⏲️Cook time: 0 minutes.
- 👪 Servings: 4.
- 📋Main ingredients: Cottage cheese, Greek yogurt, Ranch seasoning, lemon juice, chives.
- ♨️Cooking method: Combine Greek yogurt and cottage cheese 🡢 whisk until smooth and creamy 🡢 add lemon juice and ranch seasoning 🡢 mix and top with chopped chives.
- ⭐Difficulty: Very easy.
- 🥣Serving ideas: For some extra Ranch deliciousness, team up this dip with some spicy Ranch crackers or hot honey chicken wings.
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What's So Great About the Recipe?
- It's ridiculously easy to make. You'll need just 5 minutes- that's it. It really doesn't get better than that.
- It's SO rich and creamy and tastes exactly like your favorite Ranch dressing or sauce, but is high in protein and much healthier too.
- It's super versatile- just like my cashew tamarind sauce. You can pair it with your favorite veggies and enjoy it as an appetizer or use it as a spread for your simple sandwich.
Recipe Ingredients
Cottage cheese: I used regular cottage cheese here because I really wanted that rich, creamy flavor. You could also use a low fat cottage cheese if you want.
Greek yogurt: The best unflavored, unsweetened Greek yogurt you can find.
Ranch seasoning: I used my homemade vegan Ranch seasoning here, but you could use packaged Ranch seasoning too.
Chives: To garnish and for that incredible color and freshness.
Lemon juice: Just a bit, for that tangy, citrusy zing.
See recipe card for quantities.
Substitutions & Variations
- Chop up some fresh herbs like parsley, dill and chives and add them into the mix to add some zesty flavor. When I don't have fresh herbs, I just add a bit of my mixed herb seasoning.
- Love citrusy flavors? You can also add a pinch of homemade citrus salt to lend some extra deliciousness to the dip.
- You can also add some dehydrated jalapeno flakes to the dip to spice it up.
How to Make Cottage Cheese Ranch Dip
Step 1: Add cottage cheese and Greek yogurt to a cup.
Step 2: Whisk well until the mixture is smooth an creamy.
Step 3: Add lemon juice and ranch seasoning. Stir to combine.
Step 4: Taste and adjust if needed. Serve in a bowl, topped with chopped chives.
💭Top Tip
This dip tastes best when served chilled. Make sure you refrigerate it for a few hours before you serve it.
Tips & Tricks to Nail the Recipe
- I prefer a nice thick texture, which is why I used more cottage cheese for this dip. If you prefer a lighter, softer dip, you can add a bit more Greek yogurt to it to adjust its consistency.
- If you're making this for a party you're hosting, simply combine everything in a blender jar instead of using the whisk- you'll need less effort and time!
- To bring a bit of different texture and flavor to the dip, you can swap the Greek yogurt for some sour cream. I usually like buying a portion of sour cream, splitting it up to use for this dip and to make my lemon sour cream dip.
- For a bit of extra heat, you can also add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the dip- like I did when I made my Chimichurri aioli.
- If you have some of the dip leftover, you can thin it out with some pickle juice or buttermilk (or even just some lemon juice or water) and turn it into a nice dressing for your simple salad.
How to Serve Cottage Cheese Ranch Dip
This ranch cottage cheese dip tastes best when served with veggies like cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, carrots, snap peas, bell peppers, celery and of course, with some pita chips and crackers. Every time I make my Air Fryer buffalo chicken tenders, I always pair them with this creamy ranch dip.
If you're planning on making this dip for a holiday party, considering pairing it with other appetizers like butternut squash chips, some tangy and spicy jalapeno pickled eggs, some pickled cherries, my favorite crunchy tobacco onions, some spicy Italian dipping oil and lots of crusty bread.
Troubleshooting and FAQs
Store your leftovers for up to 3 days in the refrigerator, ideally in an airtight container.
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Cottage Cheese Ranch Dip
Ingredients
- 2 cups cottage cheese
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon ranch seasoning mix
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon chives chopped
Instructions
- Add cottage cheese and Greek yogurt to a cup.
- Whisk well until the mixture is smooth an creamy.
- Add lemon juice and ranch seasoning. Stir to combine.
- Taste and adjust if needed. Serve in a bowl, topped with chopped chives.
Notes
- Refrigerate and let the dip chill for a few hours before serving.
- Consider adding chopped fresh herbs into the mix to add more freshness and flavor.
- To thin out the dip, add a dash of pickle juice, buttermilk, lemon juice or water- based on your taste preferences.
