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A bowl of Cottage Cheese Ranch Dip surrounded by different vegetables on a platter.
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Cottage Cheese Ranch Dip

Learn how to make our cottage cheese ranch dip that’s thick, creamy, high-protein, and packed with classic ranch flavor. This homemade dip is blended smooth in minutes and perfect for snacking on veggies, chips, wraps, and more.
Prep Time10 minutes
Chill Time30 minutes
Total Time40 minutes
Servings: 24 tablespoons
Calories: 12kcal
Author: Karin and Ken

Ingredients

  • 1 cup cottage cheese preferably full-fat or 2%
  • ⅓ cup plain Greek yogurt or sour cream
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice or white vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon dried dill
  • ½ teaspoon dried parsley
  • ½ teaspoon dried chives or 1 tablespoon fresh chopped chives
  • ½ teaspoon salt adjust to taste
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • Optional: 1–2 tablespoons buttermilk or milk for a thinner consistency

Instructions

  • In a blender or food processor, combine the cottage cheese, Greek yogurt (or sour cream), and lemon juice. Blend until smooth and creamy.
  • Add in the onion powder, garlic powder, dill, parsley, chives, salt, and pepper. Pulse briefly to incorporate the seasonings.
  • Taste and adjust salt, pepper, or herbs as desired. If you prefer a thinner dip, add a tablespoon or two of milk or buttermilk and blend again.
  • Transfer the dip to a bowl and chill for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
  • Serve with raw vegetables, potato chips, pita chips, or as a spread for sandwiches and wraps.

Notes

Makes about 1 ½ cups
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Stir before serving, especially if the dip has separated slightly.
  • Use a high-powered blender or food processor for a perfectly smooth texture.
  • If you like chunky dip, pulse less or mash by hand.
  • Full-fat cottage cheese gives you the creamiest result.
  • Allow the dip to chill for at least 30 minutes to enhance flavor significantly.
  • Adjust salt gradually to avoid over-seasoning.
  • Add milk slowly to control thickness.
  • Fresh herbs can be used instead of dried for a brighter flavor simply triple the amount of fresh and chill an extra hour for best results.
 

Nutrition

Calories: 12kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 0.4g | Saturated Fat: 0.2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.01g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 2mg | Sodium: 77mg | Potassium: 20mg | Fiber: 0.1g | Sugar: 0.3g | Vitamin A: 84IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 12mg | Iron: 0.1mg