High Protein Cottage Cheese Giardiniera Dip is a creamy, tangy, and satisfying snack that combines protein-packed cottage cheese with the zesty crunch of pickled giardiniera vegetables. Bursting with flavor from peppers, carrots, and cauliflower, it’s a healthy, savory dip perfect for pairing with crackers, fresh veggies, or as a spread on sandwiches. Nutritious, flavorful, and easy to prepare, it’s a versatile addition to any snack or appetizer table.
High Protein Cottage Cheese Giardiniera Dip
Ingredients
- 16 ounces low-fat cottage cheese
- 1 garlic clove, sliced or roughly chopped
- 1 small lemon, zested
- 3/4 cup Chicago-Style mild (or hot) giardiniera, drained but DO NOT RINSE
TOPPINGS
- 1/4 cup giardiniera (DO NOT DRAIN THE OIL), for topping
- Fresh grated parmesan cheese
- Chopped fresh parsley or green onion
Instructions
- In the bowl of a food processor or to a high-powered blender, add the cottage cheese, garlic, and lemon zest, and blend on high for 30 seconds to 1 minute, use a blender tamper or a spatula to scrape down the sides and get things moving as necessary. Next add in giardiniera and blend again for another 30 seconds or so.
- Add to a shallow bowl and top with additional ¼ cup giardiniera and its oil. Sprinkle fresh chopped parsley on top and some parmesan cheese, if desired.
- Serve as a dip with crackers, fresh cut vegetables or pita chips, spread it on a sandwich, or on a slice of toasted sourdough with with fresh herbs on top. This is great as a quesadilla dip, too!
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