Cottage Cheese Queso
Creamy, cheesy, and packed with protein—this Cottage Cheese Queso is a game-changer! Made with cottage cheese, salsa, cheddar, and spices, it’s a healthier, high-protein take on classic queso that’s perfect for dipping, drizzling, or devouring by the spoonful!
Equipment
Ingredients
- 2 cups low-fat cottage cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup salsa
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon cumin
- ½ teaspoon chili powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Add the cottage cheese, shredded cheddar, salsa, smoked paprika, cumin, chili powder, and salt to a food processor. Blend for 30 seconds, scraping down the sides halfway through, until smooth and creamy.
- Serve immediately at room temperature, or transfer to a microwave-safe bowl and microwave it in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until heated through—usually about 1 to 2 minutes total. Be careful not to overheat, as cottage cheese can become grainy if heated too quickly. Enjoy with chips, veggies, or your favorite dippers!
Notes
Hint: For the smoothest, creamiest queso, use small curd cottage cheese and blend it until completely smooth. If you prefer a thinner consistency, add a splash of milk or broth while blending to reach your desired texture!
Top Tip: For extra flavor, let the queso sit in the fridge for 30 minutes before serving to allow the spices to meld together. If you want it warm, microwave it just before serving for that classic melty queso feel!
Nutrition
Calories: 208kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 21gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.4gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 33mgSodium: 1152mgPotassium: 218mgFiber: 1gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 686IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 282mgIron: 1mg
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