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High Protein Cottage Cheese Giardiniera Dip Recipe

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This High Protein Cottage Cheese Giardiniera Dip is a creamy, flavorful, and spicy dip made with just four core ingredients. It blends low-fat cottage cheese with garlic, lemon zest, and Chicago-Style giardiniera to create a versatile and protein-packed snack. Perfect for game day, parties, or a quick weekday treat, it pairs wonderfully with crackers, veggies, sandwiches, and grilled proteins.

  • Total Time: 5 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 6

Ingredients

For whipped cottage cheese:

  • 1 (16 ounce) container low-fat cottage cheese (Good Culture recommended)
  • 1 garlic clove, sliced or roughly chopped
  • 1 small lemon, zested
  • ¾ cup Chicago-Style mild or hot giardiniera, drained but DO NOT RINSE

For topping:

  • Extra ¼ cup giardiniera (DO NOT DRAIN THE OIL)
  • Optional: Fresh grated parmesan cheese
  • Chopped fresh parsley or green onion

Instructions

  1. Blend Base Ingredients: In the bowl of a food processor or a high-powered blender, combine the cottage cheese, sliced garlic, and lemon zest. Blend on high for 30 seconds to 1 minute, using a tamper or spatula to scrape down the sides to ensure an even mixture.
  2. Add Giardiniera: Add the drained giardiniera (without rinsing) to the blended cottage cheese mixture. Blend again for another 30 seconds until evenly incorporated.
  3. Assemble and Garnish: Transfer the dip to a shallow bowl. Top with an additional ¼ cup of giardiniera along with its flavorful oil. Sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley or green onion and, if desired, fresh grated parmesan cheese.
  4. Serve: Serve the dip chilled or at room temperature with your choice of crackers such as Simple Mills or Triscuits, fresh cut vegetables, pita chips, or as a spread on sandwiches and toasted sourdough slices. It also pairs excellently with quesadillas, roasted, or grilled chicken, and steak.

Notes

  • Do not rinse the giardiniera before adding it to retain its flavor and oil.
  • You can use either mild or hot Chicago-Style giardiniera depending on your preferred spice level.
  • This dip is versatile – great as a snack, appetizer, or accompaniment to sandwiches and grilled meats.
  • Using low-fat cottage cheese keeps the dip high in protein and lower in fat.
  • If you prefer a smoother dip, blend longer or strain the cottage cheese before blending.
  • Author: ELLA
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Dip
  • Method: Blending
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Low Fat

Find it online: https://ellarecipe.com/high-protein-cottage-cheese-giardiniera-dip-recipe/