If you’re looking for a healthy dip option, you’ll love this protein-packed cottage cheese taco dip! It has all the flavors of traditional taco dip, featuring a creamy, taco-flavored base that uses cottage cheese. Just grab a bag of crunchy tortilla chips and get ready to enjoy some delicious dipping!
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Why You'll Love This Recipe
- Use cottage cheese instead of an entire block of cream cheese.
- Perfect dip for potlucks, game nights, or as an appetizer.
- Gluten Free and Low FODMAP dip recipe
Featured Ingredients
- Cottage Cheese - Use full-fat cottage cheese for a creamy base.
- Sour Cream - Adds the perfect tangy flavor.
- Cream Cheese - Only 2 ounces of cream cheese for a lighter taco dip.
- Taco Seasoning - Use homemade taco seasoning or a family favorite. Use a certified gluten free if needed.
- Toppings: Chopped Lettuce, Shredded Cheddar Cheese, Diced Tomatoes, and Sliced Black Olives.
See the recipe card for the exact measurements and complete instructions.
Step-By-Step Instructions
Step 1: Add the cottage cheese, sour cream, cream cheese, and taco seasoning to a large food processor or blender. Blend until smooth, about 1-2 minutes.
Step 2: Use a 9-inch pie plate or a platter to spread out the cottage cheese mixture.
Step 3: Top with chopped lettuce and shredded cheddar cheese.
Step 4: Sprinkle diced tomatoes and sliced black olives over the lettuce and cheese.
Tips and Tricks
Keep moisture out of the taco dip by spinning the chopped lettuce in a salad spinner, deseeding the tomatoes, and draining the sliced black olives thoroughly. These steps will ensure the taco dip stays fresh for leftovers.
Double for a 9x13-inch glass baking pan. This works great to easily cover and transport to a party. Don’t forget the tortilla chips!
No pie plate? Grab this option on Amazon. Then, use it to make taco pie with tortillas!
Ingredient Swaps
- Plain Greek Yogurt - Use Greek yogurt instead of sour cream.
- Lettuce Options: Shredded iceberg lettuce, chopped romaine lettuce, or any option that has a crispy crunch.
- Shredded Cheese Options: Cheddar is classic, pepper jack cheese gives a hint of spice, and colby jack would be another great option.
- Other Toppings: Fresh Cilantro Leaves, Chopped Green Onions, Sliced Green Olives, Diced Avocados, Sliced Jalapenos
Variations
Layered Taco Dip: Add a layer of homemade guacamole over the cottage cheese base.
Add Taco Sauce: Drizzle green taco sauce over the creamy base for additional flavor and spice.
Add More Protein: Add a layer of taco-seasoned ground beef or chipotle shredded chicken.
Dipping Options
- Tortilla Chips
- Fritos (Corn Chips)
- Halved Sweet Peppers
- Carrots
- Corn Tortillas cut into fourths
FAQs
After blending the cottage cheese, it will not resemble anything like cottage cheese. Try it and see for yourself.
Absolutely! For a lactose-free alternative, opt for lactose-free cottage cheese. This also applies to both sour cream and cottage cheese options.
Absolutely! If olives or any of the toppings aren’t your favorites, feel free to leave them out and replace them with something you enjoy! Taco dip is super versatile and can be customized to your taste.
Make the creamy cottage cheese base in advance. Then, add the fresh toppings right before serving.
Storing
Store: Keep taco dip covered and in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. The fresh vegetables will start to wilt.
Freeze: I do not recommend freezing taco dip. The fresh ingredients will not fare well. It is such an easy dip to make. Just make a fresh batch!
What To Serve With Taco Dip
This taco dip is a favorite at work parties, family get-togethers, and potlucks. It is also great as part of a taco bar, served alongside all the taco fixings. For a hearty option, add a bowl of slow cooker taco soup. Yum!
Additional Dip Recipes
- Cottage Cheese Ranch Dip - Another great cottage cheese option for fresh vegetables or potato chips.
- Tzatziki Greek Dip - A Greek-inspired dip. Serve with pita bread.
- Crock Pot Mexican Stree Corn Dip - A warm, crock pot dip that everyone loves.
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Recipe
Cottage Cheese Taco Dip
Ingredients
- 1 cup cottage cheese, 4% milkfat (Note 1)
- 2 ounces cream cheese (Note 2)
- ½ cup sour cream
- 1 tablespoon taco seasoning
- 1 cup chopped romaine lettuce
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 small tomato chopped
- 2.25 ounces canned sliced black olives drained
- Tortilla Chips for dipping
Instructions
- In a large food processor or blender, add the cottage cheese, cream cheese, sour cream, and taco seasoning. Blend until smooth.
- In a 9-inch pie plate or a large platter, evenly spread the cottage cheese mixture.
- Next add the chopped lettuce and shredded cheese in an even layer.
- Next, add chopped tomatoes and well-drained black olives.
- Cover with plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes. Enjoy with tortilla chips or fresh veggies.
Venessa says
We love this healthier option for taco dip!