Creamy Cottage Cheese Vegetable Dip
This delightful Creamy Cottage Cheese Vegetable Dip is a refreshing blend of garden-fresh ingredients, perfect for gatherings or a healthy snack. Featuring diced cucumber, vibrant green onions, and crunchy radishes, this dip is not only rich in flavor but also packed with protein and nutrients from cottage cheese and sour cream. Whether you're serving it at a party or enjoying it at home, this dip pairs wonderfully with an array of dippers, making it a versatile addition to your recipe collection. It's an easy-to-make dish that everyone will love!
4
Servings
90
Calories
7
Ingredients
Ingredients
Cucumber
1/4 cup (Diced)
Green Onion
1/4 cup (Diced, use all of the green part)
Radish
1/4 cup (Diced)
Cottage Cheese
1/2 cup (Natural or low-fat)
Sour Cream
1/2 cup (Regular or reduced-fat)
Celery Salt
1/2 teaspoon
Black Pepper
1/4 teaspoon (Freshly ground)
Instructions
1
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the diced cucumber, green onion, and radishes, stirring gently until evenly mixed.
2
Add in the cottage cheese and sour cream, mixing thoroughly to ensure all ingredients are well incorporated.
3
Sprinkle the celery salt and black pepper over the mixture, and stir again until the dip is smooth and creamy.
4
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a lid and place it in the refrigerator to chill for at least 30 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
5
Before serving, stir the dip one last time and transfer it to a serving bowl.
6
Enjoy your dip with suggested dippers like pita bread triangles, potato skins, seafood, turnips, or bok choy.
Nutrition Information
5g
Fat
5g
Carbs
6g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Creamy Cottage Cheese Vegetable Dip?
It is a refreshing blend of garden-fresh ingredients like cucumber, green onions, and radishes mixed with cottage cheese and sour cream.
What vegetables are in this dip?
The dip contains diced cucumber, green onions, and crunchy radishes.
How many servings does this recipe provide?
This recipe makes 4 servings.
What is the calorie count per serving?
Each serving contains 90 calories.
Is this dip a good source of protein?
Yes, each serving provides 6 grams of protein.
How much fat is in one serving?
There are 5 grams of fat per serving.
What are the carbohydrate levels?
This dip contains 5 grams of carbohydrates per serving.
What kind of cottage cheese should I use?
You can use either natural or low-fat cottage cheese depending on your preference.
Can I use reduced-fat sour cream?
Yes, the recipe allows for either regular or reduced-fat sour cream.
What seasoning is used in the dip?
The dip is seasoned with celery salt and freshly ground black pepper.
How much cucumber is required?
You will need 1/4 cup of diced cucumber.
What part of the green onion should be used?
The recipe suggests using 1/4 cup of diced green onion, including all of the green part.
How long should the dip chill before serving?
The dip should be refrigerated for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
What are some suggested dippers for this recipe?
Suggested dippers include pita bread triangles, potato skins, seafood, turnips, or bok choy.
How many ingredients are in this recipe?
There are 7 ingredients: cucumber, green onion, radish, cottage cheese, sour cream, celery salt, and black pepper.
How is the radish prepared?
The radish should be diced into 1/4 cup portions.
Is this recipe considered easy to make?
Yes, it is tagged as an easy recipe that involves simple mixing and chilling.
Can I serve this dip at a party?
Absolutely, it is categorized as an appetizer and party food.
What is the first step in making the dip?
The first step is to combine the diced cucumber, green onion, and radishes in a medium mixing bowl.
When should I add the dairy ingredients?
Add the cottage cheese and sour cream after you have mixed the vegetables.
How much celery salt is needed?
The recipe calls for 1/2 teaspoon of celery salt.
Is this dip suitable for vegetarians?
Yes, the ingredients are vegetable and dairy-based.
What is the texture of the dip?
The dip is described as smooth and creamy with crunchy vegetable pieces.
Can I use this dip for seafood?
Yes, seafood is specifically listed as a suggested dipper.
Should I stir the dip after chilling?
Yes, you should stir the dip one last time before transferring it to a serving bowl.
Does this recipe contain sugar?
The provided nutritional data shows no sugar content.
Is the dip low in calories?
Yes, it is tagged as a low-calorie healthy snack.
What size mixing bowl is recommended?
A medium mixing bowl is recommended for combining the ingredients.
Can I use pita bread with this dip?
Yes, pita bread triangles are a recommended pairing.
Is there fiber in this dip?
While the exact fiber count is not listed, the inclusion of fresh vegetables like cucumber and radish provides some natural fiber.