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Deliciously Nutritious: High Protein Cottage Cheese Queso Recipe

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A creamy, protein-packed queso dip made with cottage cheese, cheddar, and zesty spices. Perfect as a healthy snack or crowd-pleasing appetizer.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups of low-fat cottage cheese
  • 1/2 cup of shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/4 cup of diced green chilies
  • 1 tsp of garlic powder
  • 1 tsp of onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp of smoked paprika
  • 1/4 tsp of cayenne pepper (optional for heat)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional: 1/4 cup of chopped fresh cilantro
  • Optional: 1 diced jalapeño for extra spice
  • Optional: 1/4 cup of chopped tomatoes for freshness
  • Optional: 2 tbsp of lime juice for a tangy twist

Instructions

  1. Gather all your ingredients and have them ready on your kitchen counter.
  2. If using optional add-ins like cilantro or jalapeños, chop them finely and set aside.
  3. In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the cottage cheese, shredded cheddar, and diced green chilies.
  4. Transfer the mixture to a blender or food processor. Blend until smooth and creamy.
  5. Pour the blended mixture into a saucepan over medium heat.
  6. Add the garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, and cayenne pepper.
  7. Stir continuously for about 5–7 minutes until the queso thickens and becomes bubbly.
  8. Season with salt and pepper according to your taste.
  9. If using, stir in the chopped cilantro and tomatoes just before serving.
  10. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly before serving.

Notes

Avoid overheating the queso to prevent grainy texture. For best results, blend the cottage cheese well and adjust seasoning as you go. Lime juice adds brightness.

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Keywords: queso, high protein, cottage cheese, healthy dip, low carb

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