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Ali Redmond
Active Time:5 minsTotal Time:5 minsServings:8
Active Time:5 mins
Active Time:
5 mins
Total Time:5 mins
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Servings:8
Servings:
8
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Looking to add more protein to your diet and increase your fruit and vegetable intake? These high-protein dips, featuring cottage cheese as a base, are delicious, easy to make and perfect for pairing with your favorite produce. Whether you’re craving something sweet or savory, these recipes will satisfy your taste buds and keep you feeling full and energized.
How to Make a High-Protein Dip
Creating a high-protein dip doesn’t have to be hard—in fact it’s very simple. The key is to start with aprotein-rich base, such as cottage cheese, and enhance it with ingredients that provide extra flavor and additional nutrients. Here’s a basic formula to follow for a nutritious and delicious dip:
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Tips from the EatingWell Test Kitchen
These are the key tips we learned while developing and testing this recipe in our Test Kitchen to make sure it works, tastes great and is good for you too!
Nutrition Notes
Cook Mode(Keep screen awake)Ingredients2cupsnonfat cottage cheese3tablespoonspesto2tablespoonsgrated Parmesan cheese3cupsmini bell peppersorsliced bell peppers
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Ingredients
2cupsnonfat cottage cheese
3tablespoonspesto
2tablespoonsgrated Parmesan cheese
3cupsmini bell peppersorsliced bell peppers
Directions
Combine 2 cups cottage cheese, 3 tablespoons pesto and 2 tablespoons Parmesan in a food processor. Process until smooth, about 5 seconds. Serve with 3 cups peppers.
To make aheadRefrigerate in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
To make ahead
Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Nutrition InformationServing Size: ¼ cup dip & about ⅓ cup peppersCalories 75, Fat 3g, Saturated Fat 1g, Cholesterol 4mg, Carbohydrates 5g, Total Sugars 4g, Added Sugars 0g, Protein 7g, Fiber 1g, Sodium 286mg, Potassium 87mg
Nutrition Information
Serving Size: ¼ cup dip & about ⅓ cup peppersCalories 75, Fat 3g, Saturated Fat 1g, Cholesterol 4mg, Carbohydrates 5g, Total Sugars 4g, Added Sugars 0g, Protein 7g, Fiber 1g, Sodium 286mg, Potassium 87mg
Serving Size: ¼ cup dip & about ⅓ cup peppers
Calories 75, Fat 3g, Saturated Fat 1g, Cholesterol 4mg, Carbohydrates 5g, Total Sugars 4g, Added Sugars 0g, Protein 7g, Fiber 1g, Sodium 286mg, Potassium 87mg
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, Greek yogurt or ricotta cheese can be good alternatives, but they will slightly alter the texture and flavor.
It’s not recommended to freeze cottage cheese dips because the texture may become grainy or watery once thawed. It’s best to make small batches that you can consume within a few days and store them in the refrigerator.
EatingWell.com, August 2024
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