Description
Indulge in the creamy goodness of Cottage Cheese Queso, a healthier spin on traditional queso that’s perfect for any occasion! This quick and easy dip takes just 5 minutes to prepare, making it an ideal choice for parties, game days, or casual snacking. By using cottage cheese instead of heavy cream, you get a protein-packed treat without the guilt. The blend of cheddar cheese and zesty spices creates a rich flavor profile that will delight both kids and adults alike. Serve it warm with tortilla chips or as a topping for your favorite dishes, and enjoy the versatility this dip offers!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup cottage cheese (low-fat)
- ¼ cup water
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (divided)
- 1 teaspoon taco seasoning
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
Instructions
- In a blender, combine cottage cheese, half the shredded cheddar (½ cup), water, taco seasoning, and chili powder. Blend until smooth.
- Add the remaining cheddar cheese to the blender and blend again until fully incorporated.
- For serving options: Transfer to a bowl for chilled queso or microwave in increments of 20 seconds until warm.
- Enjoy with tortilla chips or use as a topping for nachos, tacos, or veggies.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 60g
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 330mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 25mg