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High Protein Cottage Cheese Giardiniera Dip

High Protein Cottage Cheese Giardiniera Dip

A creamy and zesty High Protein Cottage Cheese Giardiniera Dip that's perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Lunch Recipes
Cuisine: American
Calories: 154
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 16 ounce low-fat cottage cheese
  • 1 clove garlic, sliced or roughly chopped
  • 1 small lemon, zested
  • ¾ cup Chicago-Style giardiniera, drained but not rinsed
  • ¼ cup giardiniera for topping (do not drain the oil)
  • Optional: Fresh grated parmesan cheese
  • Chopped fresh parsley or green onion

Equipment

  • food processor
  • Blender

Method
 

  1. In the bowl of a food processor or high-powered blender, add the cottage cheese, garlic, and lemon zest, and blend on high for 30 seconds to 1 minute, scraping down the sides as necessary.
  2. Add in the giardiniera and blend again for another 30 seconds or so.
  3. Transfer to a shallow bowl and top with additional giardiniera and its oil.
  4. Sprinkle fresh chopped parsley and parmesan cheese on top, if desired.
  5. Serve as a dip with crackers, fresh cut vegetables, or pita chips, or use as a spread on sandwiches or toasted sourdough.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 154kcalCarbohydrates: 4.9gProtein: 14.1gFat: 8.3gFiber: 1.5gSugar: 3.2g

Notes

Let the dip chill for at least an hour before serving to enhance the flavors.

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