Having a batch of this whipped cottage cheese dip in the fridge is like having a superhero on call. It’s an ultra creamy, healthy veggie dip that you can pull out for after-school snacks, last minute guests or I’m-starving-somebody-feed-me moments (am I the only one who has those?). The dip is packed with protein, is flavored with garlic, dill and scallions, and makes snacking on veggies easy and irresistible.
![Close up of a hand holding a cucumber topped with the herbed cottage cheese dip.](https://fromscratchfast.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Healthy-Cottage-Cheese-Veggie-Dip-13.jpg)
Healthy garlic & dill veggie dip
My oldest daughter is wary (read: PICKY) of raw vegetables. She’ll nibble on raw carrots and cucumbers, but the only way to get her to devour other veggies is with a DIP. This creamy garlic and dill dip, which is reminiscent of ranch, is one of our family staples (and one of her favorites). You can serve it as a snack, pack it for lunches or even dress it up for parties.
Easy whipped cottage cheese dip recipe
This is an easy recipe made with garlic, herbs and cottage cheese. The cottage cheese is the secret superpower ingredient, lending loads of creaminess and protein.
![All of the ingredients for the healthy cottage cheese dip arranged on a pan.](https://fromscratchfast.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Healthy-Cottage-Cheese-Dip-1024x684.jpg)
What kind of cottage cheese should I use?
You’ll want to use plain cottage cheese in this recipe, such as Hood Country Style Cottage Cheese. As you might remember from this breakfast strata recipe, my love for cottage cheese runs deep. While we love to eat it plain as a snack, it’s also a great way to add creaminess and protein to a myriad of dishes, from pasta, to eggs to smoothies, like this creamy strawberry smoothie.
![The creamy veggie dip on a serving board with sliced veggies and crackers, with a container of cottage cheese alongside.](https://fromscratchfast.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Healthy-Cottage-Cheese-Veggie-Dip-23.jpg)
How to make cottage cheese dip:
- In a mini food processor (or you can use a blender), process a small garlic clove until finely chopped.
![Process shot showing garlic chopped up in a mini food processor.](https://fromscratchfast.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Healthy-Cottage-Cheese-Veggie-Dip-2.jpg)
2. Add cottage cheese, lemon juice, dill, scallions, dried oregano and milk.
![Process shot showing all of the dip ingredients in a mini food processor.](https://fromscratchfast.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Healthy-Cottage-Cheese-Veggie-Dip-3.jpg)
3. Process until smooth and creamy!
![The pureed cottage cheese dip in a mini food processor.](https://fromscratchfast.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Healthy-Cottage-Cheese-Veggie-Dip-4.jpg)
Serving suggestions
You can serve this dip with any vegetables you like, such as carrots, cucumbers, radishes, peppers, celery, blanched asparagus and/or broccoli. The dip is also fantastic with crackers, veggie chips and potato chips! We love it as a lighter dip option for parties and game days.
![Hand dipping a purple potato chip into the healthy veggie dip.](https://fromscratchfast.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Healthy-Cottage-Cheese-Veggie-Dip-26.jpg)
FAQs
You can serve this healthy veggie dip on a snack board or crudité platter, or you can scoop it straight from the fridge, as I’ve been known to do.
Cottage cheese is a fantastic source of protein and calcium, and this dip has far less fat than mayonnaise- or sour cream-based dips.
Cottage cheese is a delicious snack on its own (try it with a swirl of jam), or you can use it in this one-pan breakfast strata, these ratatouille toasts or this strawberry smoothie!
![Close up of a carrot dipping into the cottage cheese dip.](https://fromscratchfast.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Healthy-Cottage-Cheese-Veggie-Dip-21.jpg)
Thank you to Hood Cottage Cheese for partnering with me on this post. While I was compensated for this post, all opinions and recipes are mine alone.
Tips for making this recipe:
- You'll need a mini food processor to make this creamy dip, or you can use a small blender.
- If you don't have fresh dill, you can use 1 ½ teaspoons of dried dill instead.
- For an even easier dip, omit the scallions and use Hood Cottage Cheese with Chive.
Looking for more healthy dips and appetizers? Try these:
- Pea & Goat Cheese Dip
- Warm Mexican Street Corn Dip
- Sriracha Cream Cheese Dip
- Warm Artichoke Dip
- Whipped Ricotta Crostini
- Easy Fig Chutney for Cheese
Other recipes that use cottage cheese:
- Healthy Vegetarian Breakfast Strata
- Cottage Cheese Tartines (Sweet & Savory!)
- Roasted Ratatouille Toasts
- Healthy Strawberry Smoothies
Get the recipe!
Healthy Cottage Cheese Veggie Dip
Ingredients
- 1 small garlic clove
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 ½ cups Hood Country Style Cottage Cheese
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill
- 2 tablespoons chopped scallions
- 3 tablespoons milk
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Plop the garlic into a mini food processor and process until finely chopped. Add the lemon juice, cottage cheese, dried oregano, dill, scallions and milk. Season with salt and pepper. Process until smooth. Taste and season with more salt and pepper as needed. If you prefer a thinner texture, blend in a touch more milk.
Notes
- You'll need a mini food processor to make this creamy dip, or you can use a small blender.
- If you don't have fresh dill, you can use 1 ½ teaspoons of dried dill instead.
- For an even easier dip, omit the scallions and use Hood Cottage Cheese with Chive.
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Sarah says
I need to add more salt to mine but I’m scared of making it too salty. Can you suggest a measurement? How much do you guys use? Half a tsp?
Nicki Sizemore says
Hi Sarah! I don't provide a salt measurement here, as it really depends on each person's palate. I suggest adding a large pinch, then giving it a taste, trusting in your own preferences. You can keep adjusting until you hit the mark that feels right to you.
Margaret says
I love this dip. It's delicious and easy to make. I am trying to eat very low card and this served on radishes and cucumbers is refreshing. Thank you@
Nicki Sizemore says
Hi Margaret, I'm so happy to hear! I love it in the summer with cucumbers and radishes as well. 😊
Robbin Lamo says
This dip is so delicious and healthy!! I used Friendship whipped cottage cheese because that’s what I had on hand. Guilt free dip, I love it!
Nicki Sizemore says
Hi Robin, thank you for your comment, and I'm so happy you like the dip! 🙂
Cameron Cruse says
I just made this veggie dip and I’m so excited! It’s SO delicious and now getting more veggies in my diet is less of a chore!
Nicki Sizemore says
Woohoo! I'm so happy to hear. 🙂