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A bowl of creamy cheese dip topped with chopped tomatoes, red onion, and cilantro, surrounded by yellow and blue corn tortilla chips.
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Cottage Cheese Queso

This quick and easy cottage cheese queso is smooth, spicy, and surprisingly high in protein. Made with just three ingredients and ready in minutes, it's the perfect healthy dip for chips, tacos, or any Mexican-inspired meal!
Prep Time5 minutes
Total Time5 minutes
Course: Appetizer, Dip
Cuisine: American
Servings: 4 Servings
Calories: 68kcal
Author: Wendy

Equipment

  • blender or food processor
  • microwave-safe bowl
  • Rubber spatula or spoon

Ingredients

  • 1 cup low-fat cottage cheese
  • ¼ cup shredded pepper jack cheese or 1 oz cubed
  • 1 tablespoon low-sodium taco seasoning

Optional toppings or mix-ins may include:

  • Green chiles
  • Salsa
  • Diced tomatoes
  • Diced red onion
  • Chopped cilantro
  • Diced jalapenos

Instructions

  • Add cottage cheese, pepper jack cheese, and taco seasoning to a blender or food processor.
  • Blend until completely smooth.
  • Transfer to a microwave-safe bowl and heat in 30-second intervals, stirring after each, until warmed and melty. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • Blend until completely smooth for the best texture. 
  • Stir well between heating intervals. 
  • Add garnishes right before serving for freshness. 
  • Nutritional information is calculated based on 1/4 cup serving size. 

Storage

  • Storage: Store in the fridge for up to 4 days in an airtight container.
  • Reheating: Microwave in short bursts, stirring in between until hot.
  • Freezing: Not recommended as the texture may change after thawing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Serving | Calories: 68kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 9mg | Sodium: 322mg | Potassium: 54mg | Fiber: 0.1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 136IU | Vitamin C: 0.3mg | Calcium: 87mg | Iron: 0.2mg