Chili Cottage Cheese Queso
Looking for a healthier twist on traditional queso dip? Look no further! In this recipe, I'll show you how to make a delicious and creamy cottage cheese queso that's packed with flavor and Protein. It's perfect for dipping tortilla chips, topping tacos, or serving alongside your favorite Mexican-inspired dishes.
Equipment
- Food processor or blender
Ingredients
Queso:
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 1 cup shredded Mexican Blend Cheese
- 2 tablespoons canned diced green chilis drained
Taco Seasoning:
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper optional for spice
Pico de Gallo topping:
- 1/8 cup diced tomato
- 1/8 cup diced red onion
- 2 tablespoon chopped cilantro
- squeeze of lime
Instructions
- Start by blending 1 cup of cottage cheese in a food processor or blender. It should be a creamy and smooth consistency almost like sour cream.
- Place in a microwave safe bowl along with the diced chilis, taco seasoning, and 1/2 cup of shredded cheese and mix to combine.
- You can use 1 tablespoon store bought taco seasoning in place of the homemade.
- Top with remaining shredded cheese.
- Microwave for 1.5 minutes or until the cheese on top has fully melted.
- Top with pico de gallo.
- Serve with tortilla chips or use as a topping on tacos/quesadillas!