Ingredients
Dip Ingredients
- 1 pint whole milk cottage cheese
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- Zest of ½ lemon
- 3 tablespoons finely chopped chives, divided
Serving Suggestions
- Pita chips, crackers, or fresh vegetables for dipping
Instructions
- Prepare the Dip Base: Add the cottage cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, freshly ground black pepper, and lemon zest into a high-powered blender.
- Blend Until Smooth: Blend on high for 30 seconds to 1 minute, using a blender tamper or spatula to scrape down the sides as necessary. Continue blending until the mixture becomes silky smooth and creamy.
- Incorporate Chives: Remove the blended dip and stir in 2 tablespoons of finely chopped chives gently with a spoon to evenly distribute the flavor.
- Garnish and Serve: Pour the dip into a serving bowl. Garnish with the remaining 1 tablespoon of chopped chives and an extra sprinkle of freshly ground black pepper. Serve immediately with pita chips, crackers, or your favorite veggies for dipping.
Notes
- Using whole milk cottage cheese provides a creamier texture and richer flavor, but low-fat cottage cheese can be substituted for a lighter option.
- For an extra tangy kick, add a teaspoon of lemon juice along with the zest during blending.
- Adjust the amount of garlic and onion powder according to your taste preferences.
- Best served fresh but can be refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- For a smoother dip, ensure to blend thoroughly and scrape down the blender sides as needed.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dip
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
