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Creamy Cottage Cheese Queso Dip Recipe with Jalapeño and Lime

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A smooth and creamy queso dip made with cottage cheese, jalapeño, and fresh lime juice, perfect for quick snacks and entertaining.

Ingredients

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  • 1½ cups small-curd cottage cheese, well-drained
  • 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • 1 medium jalapeño pepper, seeded and finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon ground cumin (optional)
  • Salt to taste (start with ½ teaspoon)
  • Black pepper to taste (start with ¼ teaspoon)
  • Chopped fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Drain the cottage cheese in a fine mesh strainer over a bowl for 10-15 minutes to remove excess liquid.
  2. Transfer the drained cottage cheese to a blender or food processor. Add shredded Monterey Jack cheese, olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, and ground cumin if using. Blend until ultra-smooth, about 1-2 minutes, scraping down the sides as needed.
  3. Finely chop the jalapeño pepper, removing seeds for milder heat or leaving some seeds for spicier dip.
  4. Pour the blended cheese mixture into a mixing bowl. Stir in the chopped jalapeño, fresh lime juice, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to combine.
  5. Taste and adjust seasoning with more lime juice or salt if desired.
  6. Refrigerate the dip for at least 30 minutes to let flavors meld and texture firm up. It can be served immediately if needed.
  7. Before serving, garnish with chopped fresh cilantro. Serve with tortilla chips, sliced veggies, or warm pita bread.

Notes

Drain the cottage cheese well to avoid a watery dip. Blend until ultra-smooth for the best creamy texture. Adjust jalapeño seeds to control heat. Fresh lime juice is preferred over bottled for brightness. Chill for at least 30 minutes for flavor melding. If dip is too thick after chilling, stir in a splash of milk or water to loosen.

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